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Can i take 2 aleve 220mg instead of 1 naproxen 500mg?

Q: can i take 2 aleve 220mg instead of 1 naproxen 500mg?

: Yes, you can do that but only take this medication, a NSAID, as needed only and always take it with foods. Do not take this med if you have history of stomach problem or kidney disease or uncontrolled hypertension.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, you can do that but only take this medication, a NSAID, as needed only and always take it with foods. Do not take this med if you have history of stomach problem or kidney disease or uncontrolled hypertension.

Answered 3/19/2022

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