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Benefits of ibruprofen vs naproxen? i was told to take an nsaid to alleviate discomfort related to a slap tear of the labrum in addition to pt.
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Below: Ibuprofen is shorter acting, naproxen is longer acting.
Answered 5/9/2016
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