I started taking naproxen sodium (Aleve) a few days ago and it’s been really helping manage the pf pain.

I started taking naproxen sodium (Aleve) a few days ago and it’s been really helping manage the pf pain. I’m taking less than the recommended dose but still nervous about taking it. Anyone else tried this?

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Community comment#1

Just be careful as it is hard on your stomach. I take it when the pain is bad or have a flare up and usually 1 pill per day for a couple of days.

Community comment#2

I wish it did work for me. I take 500mg a day and it does nothing.

Community comment#3

I take it almost everyday. I worry about my liver but it does help.

Community comment#4

Reduces inflammation so it makes sense it works. I was told 2 weeks daily at first then as needed

Community comment#5

Aleve is naoproxen which reduces inflammation drs will prescribe sometimes if inflammation is bad

Community comment#6

Same, I took it for 2 months absolutely no change at all. Beware it effects stomach lining always take on a full stomach.

Community comment#7

My stomach couldn't handle it 😩.

Community comment#8

I take it and it definitely helps.... I try not to take to much .....but when I am in pain.....give me drugs .... 😉 😅

Community comment#9

It worked well for me, but it isn't viable long-term, sadly.

Community comment#10

It works for me. Also have used meloxicam but it’s harder on the stomach.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#11

That’s a sensible approach - thank you.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#12

sorry to hear - thank you for sharing that

Community comment#13

I take Tylenol Arthritis it seems to help. Ibuprofen 800 was not as effective

Community comment#14

Naproxen taken long term can cause ulcers, just be careful. My sister can no longer take any nsaids because of long term naproxen use and ulcers.

Community comment#15

Works for me as well

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#16

good luck 👍

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#17

I might try that - meant to be easier on the stomach. TY

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#18

I had to quit taking naproxen and ibuprofen after I had three TIA mini strokes. I'm stuck with just Tylenol.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#19

oh no I’m so sorry. There’s only so much relief with Tylenol too

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#20

Thank you. Yes it doesn't do much.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#21

as many people mentioned here, I found that it did start to upset my stomach after a few days, so trying to get by with occasional ibuprofen for now.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#22

Ohh, I see. I never experienced those symptoms, even though I've been taking it for a long time, with only a few days off here and there. Honestly, it's the only thing that helps me get through the day.