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Does aleve (naproxen) lighten your period?

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Actually: It would make you bleed less. Thanks dr. Higginbotham!

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/27/2018

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: The nsaid's, including aleve, (naproxen) are quite effective at decreasing blood loss during the menses.

Dr Ibrahim and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/27/2018

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