To lower your risk of digestive system side effects, use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest time. Aleve can also increase your blood pressure. You might not notice any signs that your blood pressure is increased. And if you already have high blood pressure , taking Aleve might make it worse.
You should talk to your doctor before using Aleve if you have high blood pressure. This can lead to bleeding. Talk to your doctor before using Aleve if you plan on having surgery soon. Long-term use of Aleve can make your heart work harder.
Aleve makes you retain water, which increases the load on your heart. This extra work can cause pressure on your cardiovascular system and can sometimes lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Call or local emergency services if you have:. These are signs of a stroke or heart attack. If you take Aleve and have unexplained weight gain or swelling, especially in your legs and feet, talk to your doctor right away. These may be signs of heart failure. To lower your risk of heart problems, use the lowest dosage for the shortest amount of time. Prostaglandins maintain the pressure in your kidneys so that these organs can filter the fluids in your body.
A decrease in your level of prostaglandins from taking Aleve can cause problems with your kidney function. You may notice fluid retention or changes in how much you urinate. If you notice these changes while taking Aleve, stop taking it and contact your doctor. People with certain medical conditions may experience more side effects from Aleve than other people. These conditions include:. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. Take naproxen tablets with or just after a meal or snack. Take the lowest dose of naproxen for the shortest time to control your symptoms. The most common side effects of naproxen are confusion, headache, ringing in the ears, changes in vision, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness and rashes.
For strains and sprains, some doctors and pharmacists recommend waiting 48 hours before taking naproxen as it may slow down healing. If you're unsure, speak to a pharmacist. If you're taking naproxen for a long time or at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to protect your stomach.
Most adults can be prescribed naproxen. It can also be prescribed to children to treat: muscle and bone disorders for babies from 1 month diseases of the joints for children from 2 years period pain — for children under 15 Adults and teenagers aged 15 and over can buy it from a pharmacy for period pain.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you: have had an allergic reaction to naproxen or any other medicines in the past have had an allergic reaction to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines NSAIDs , such as ibuprofen have or have had stomach ulcers , bleeding in the stomach or intestines, or a hole in your stomach have high blood pressure have severe liver or kidney failure have severe heart failure or other heart problems have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis have lupus have a blood clotting disorder are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
As a general rule in adults, the dose to treat: diseases of joints is mg to 1,mg a day in 1 or 2 doses muscle, bone disorders and painful periods is mg at first, then mg every 6 to 8 hours as required attacks of gout is mg, then mg every 8 hours until the attack has passed Doses are usually lower for elderly people and people with heart, liver or kidney problems.
The doctor will use your child's weight to work out the right dose. If you buy naproxen from a pharmacy for painful menstrual periods: on the first day — take 2 tablets when the pain starts, then after 6 to 8 hours take 1 more tablet that day if you need to on the second and following days — take 1 tablet every 6 to 8 hours if needed.
Important Do not take more than 3 tablets in 24 hours for period pain. How to take naproxen Naproxen on prescription comes as 2 different tablets: effervescent and gastro-resistant tablets. Effervescent tablets are dissolved in water before you take them.
What if I forget to take it? Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you forget doses often, it may help to set an alarm to remind you. What if I take too much? If you're unsure, talk to your pharmacist or doctor.
Common side effects Common side effects of naproxen happen in more than 1 in people. They include: confusion headaches ringing in the ears changes in vision tiredness and feeling sleepy dizziness rashes Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Information: You can report any suspected side effect using the Yellow Card safety scheme. Visit Yellow Card for further information.
What to do about: confusion — if naproxen makes you feel confused, speak to your doctor. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking naproxen. Talk to your doctor if they last longer than a week or are severe.
Check with the pharmacist to see what type is suitable for you. Naproxen and pregnancy Naproxen is not usually recommended in pregnancy — especially if you're 30 or more weeks — unless it's prescribed by a doctor. Naproxen and breastfeeding Naproxen is not usually recommended during breastfeeding. Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if you're:. There are some medicines that interfere with the way naproxen works. Tell your doctor if you're taking: other anti-inflammatory medicines, such as aspirin or ibuprofen medicines that thin the blood, such as warfarin or rivaroxaban steroids, such as prednisolone medicines that make you pee more diuretics , such as furosemide medicines used to treat heart problems and high blood pressure antidepressants, such as citalopram medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, such as methotrexate.
Important: Medicine safety Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines, vitamins or supplements. How does naproxen work? When will I feel better? You should start to feel better 1 hour after taking naproxen. How long will I take naproxen for?
Can I take naproxen for a long time? Is naproxen addictive? Are there other painkillers I can try? Naproxen does not work for some types of pain, such as nerve pain. Why do I need to be careful of stomach ulcers? Important If you think you may have symptoms of a stomach ulcer, stop taking naproxen and contact your doctor. Can naproxen cause heart failure? But the risk is very small for most people. Does naproxen cause kidney failure? Naproxen is safe for occasional use when taken as advised by a doctor.
Does naproxen cause an irregular heartbeat?
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