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What is Aleve
NaproxenThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryNaproxen is a pain reliever used to treat acute pain and pain related to rheumatic diseases. It was first approved for prescription use in 1976 and then for over-the-counter (OTC) use in 1994. Naproxen is generally well-tolerated and effective, making it a good choice for treating pain. It is available in different forms, including delayed release, combination with sumatriptan to treat migraines, and combination with esomeprazole to reduce the risk of developing gastric ulcers.
Naprosynis the brand name
Aleve Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Naprosyn
Naproxen
1976
1260
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Naproxen, otherwise known as Naprosyn, is approved by the FDA for 18 uses including Juvenile arthritis and Inflammation .Juvenile arthritis
Used to treat Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) in combination with Esomeprazole
Inflammation
Used to treat articular inflammation in combination with Esomeprazole
Back
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Used to treat Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) in combination with Esomeprazole
Dysmenorrhea
Osteoarthritis
Used to treat Osteoarthritis (OA) in combination with Esomeprazole
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
Used to treat Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) in combination with Esomeprazole
Fever
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Used to treat Osteoarthritis (OA) in combination with Esomeprazole
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis in combination with Esomeprazole
Acute Coryza
Used to treat Acute Migraine in combination with Sumatriptan
articular inflammation
Used to treat articular inflammation in combination with Esomeprazole
Back pain
Migraine
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
Used to treat Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) in combination with Esomeprazole
Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
Toothache
Headache
Effectiveness
How Aleve Affects PatientsNaproxen is a common pain reliever, anti-inflammatory and fever reducer. It works by blocking an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase, which in turn reduces the production of certain substances like prostaglandin. Taking naproxen may raise your blood pressure, although not as much as taking ibuprofen. Additionally, people who take naproxen may have a higher risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, especially if they are also taking corticosteroids or anticoagulants, or have a history of GI ulcers.
How Aleve works in the bodyNaproxen works by blocking two enzymes - COX-1 and COX-2 - which help create prostaglandins. While both are involved in prostaglandin production, they have different roles. COX-1 is always active and found in healthy tissue, while COX-2 is activated by pain, fever, or inflammation and is responsible for creating the prostaglandins that reduce pain and inflammation. Taking naproxen helps reduce the pain and inflammation, but it also blocks the COX-1 enzyme which can lead to gastrointestinal issues and kidney problems.
When to interrupt dosage
The advised dosage of Aleve is contingent upon the diagnosed issue, such as Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea), Migraine and Toothache. The quantity of dosage shifts, in line with the procedure of delivery (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Tablet, delayed release) specified in the table underneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Toothache
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Migraine
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Migraine
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Sinusitis
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Influenza
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Bursitis
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Tendinopathy
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Migraine Disorders
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Juvenile arthritis
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Epilepsy, Post-Traumatic
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Back
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Postoperative Pain
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Arthritis, Gouty
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Rheumatoid Arthritis
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Nasal Congestion
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Acute Coryza
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Ankylosing Spondylitis
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Primary Dysmenorrhoea
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Arthritis, Juvenile
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Hay Fever
125.0 mg/mL, , 220.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 550.0 mg, 275.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 750.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 2.2 mg/mg, 1.0 mg/mg, 210.0 mg, 105.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL
Oral, , Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Capsule, liquid filled, Capsule, liquid filled - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Topical, Kit, Kit - Topical, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Kit - Oral, Rectal, Suppository - Rectal, Suppository, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Cream - Topical, Tablet, for suspension, Tablet, for suspension - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Kit - Oral; Topical, Oral; Topical
Warnings
Aleve ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Naproxen may interact with Pulse Frequency
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Naproxen may interact with Pulse Frequency
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Naproxen may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Aleve Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Amiodarone
Major
The metabolism of Amiodarone can be decreased when combined with Naproxen.
Brigatinib
Major
The metabolism of Brigatinib can be decreased when combined with Naproxen.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Naproxen.
Enasidenib
Major
The metabolism of Enasidenib can be decreased when combined with Naproxen.
Erlotinib
Major
The metabolism of Erlotinib can be decreased when combined with Naproxen.
Aleve Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much naproxen may lead to drowsiness, fatigue, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. However, these effects are usually mild and can be managed with supportive care. Naproxen should not be taken during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus.
Aleve Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Aleve?
635 active clinical trials are being conducted to assess the potential of Aleve to alleviate Chronic Pain, Migraines and Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Fever
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Bursitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Inflammation
0 Actively Recruiting
Arthritis, Gouty
0 Actively Recruiting
Tendinopathy
0 Actively Recruiting
Rheumatoid Arthritis
53 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1
Nasal Congestion
0 Actively Recruiting
Influenza
38 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1
Migraine
15 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 3
Postoperative Pain
18 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Phase 3
Arthritis, Juvenile
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Migraine
52 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Early Phase 1
Chronic Pain
141 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Early Phase 1
Collagen Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Spasm
0 Actively Recruiting
Juvenile arthritis
11 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 3
Osteoarthritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Back
8 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1
Acute Coryza
0 Actively Recruiting
Epilepsy, Post-Traumatic
0 Actively Recruiting
Aleve Reviews: What are patients saying about Aleve?
5Patient Review
8/4/2014 This treatment provided excellent pain relief, but unfortunately I developed hives and chest pain after using it for two weeks. Not worth it in my opinion.
5Patient Review
8/19/2014 Aleve unfortunately did not help with my knee inflammation pain, but I took it as directed with food. The worse side effects I experienced were insomnia and then depression.
5Patient Review
5/9/2017 I took this medication for a migraine and it worked great! However, I did have an allergic reaction the next day. Be careful when taking this medication as reactions like mine are not rare.
4.7Patient Review
12/27/2019 I was taking this medication and it worked well for me, but I had to stop because it may have been interacting dangerously with other medications I am on. If you're thinking of taking this, just be aware that there could be some risks involved.
4.3Patient Review
3/13/2015 Aleve was highly effective against the joint pain I experienced as a side effect of my cancer treatment; however, I stopped taking it because it caused serious indigestion and stomach pain. Tylenol arthritis is working just as well for me with none of the gastrointestinal issues.
Patient Q&A Section about aleve
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is a Aleve good for?
"This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Naproxen is used to relieve pain from various conditions. These conditions include headaches, muscle aches, toothaches, menstrual cramps, and stiffness caused by arthritis and gout. Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, which means that it reduces pain, swelling, and inflammation."
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Do ibuprofen and Aleve do the same thing?
"Ibuprofen is generally used for the treatment of acute pain, while Aleve is better suited for chronic conditions. Aleve is more likely to cause gastrointestinal side effects than ibuprofen because it lasts longer in the body."
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Is Aleve stronger than Advil?
"Aleve lasts significantly longer than Advil, making it a better choice for those with chronic pain. Advil is better suited for short-term pain and is also considered safer for children."
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What is the difference between Aleve and Advil?
"Aleve is better for chronic conditions while Advil is more suited for acute pain and is the more appropriate NSAID for children. Aleve is more likely than Advil to cause gastrointestinal side effects because it is a longer acting medication."
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