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Why does aleve (naproxen) work so much better for me than advil? i was trying it and i heard its longlasting, its helping me so im not so sore all the time

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See details: Probably because Aleve (naproxen) last about 12 hours and Advil only 4. Also some individuals respond better to one than the other. No two people are the same.

Dr Kim agreed

Answered 8/5/2020

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A member asked:

Why does aleve (naproxen) work so much better for me than advil? i was trying it and i heard its longlasting, its helping me so im not so sore all the time

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Kim agreed

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