Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is taking ibuprofen, or naproxen, better for chronic osteoarthritis pain? what is the max dose of naproxen that can be taken in a day? thanks!
A doctor has provided 1 answer
NSAIDs for OA.: Either would be fine, as they both have both anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Naproxen is twice daily dosing, so may be easier to take. Both should be taken with food. Maximum daily dose would be printed on the bottle.
Answered 11/28/2017
510 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I just finished a Medrol dose pack this morning. Can I take Ibuprofen or Naproxen tomorrow morning?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
If i took ibuprofen 6 hours ago, can I take a dose of naproxen to get me through the night?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What is the equivalent dose of naproxen compared to 600mg of ibuprofen? How often for naproxen?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I've been taking ibuprofen every 3-4 hours for pain after wisdom teeth extraction. can I switch to Aleve (naproxen) now I took the last dose about 4 hours ago?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Chronic back, ribs, joint pain responds to paracetamol, naproxen or ibuprofen dramatically. Does that mean inflammatory pain? Ra, anticcp, hla b27 -ve
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
I have osteoarthritis. I have not been able to take any of the perscription meds or aleve (naproxen) due to stomach issues. I can take ibuprofen 600mg. This helps some but can't take very often. Is there any other med that might be better for pain?
My prescription of naproxen is not dealing with the (osteoarthritis) pain - can I take some ibuprofen as a top-up?
Are ibuprofen and Aleve equivalent NSAIDs compared to etodolac for treatment of osteoarthritis?
Can I take aleve, (naproxen) ibuprofen, or nyquil to relieve nausea from morphine? Thanks in advance.
How long can Naproxen Sodium be taken for an arm injury? And after about 5 days is it possible to switch to Ibuprofen? Does a hot water bag help too? Thanks?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
