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A 22-year-old female asked:
If i took an aleve (naproxen) at 4am and an ibuprofen at 1030am, can i take an aleve (naproxen) now? it's currently 9pm
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Dr. Shadia Constantineanswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
Yes: Yes, it would be ok to take another Aleve (naproxen), (naproxen) now. However, be careful about combining these two medications since they both act on the same way, it is not necessary to use them together. Pick one. Aleve (naproxen) should be taken every 12 hours, whereas ibuprofen can be taken every 8 hours. Hydrate yourself, since these meds taken in excess can damage your kidneys.
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Dr. Shadia Constantine commented
Specializes in Internal Medicine
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I forgot to mention that you need to take this medicine with food in your stomach, since a major problem with them is that they can cause gastritis and stomach ulcers. Food helps protect the stomach.
Jun 1, 2016
Last updated Jun 2, 2016
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