Thor283So far I have always been able to stick it out until 24 hours goes by. But I think a day is coming when I won't be able to do that. Does anyone know how close together you can take Tylenol and Naproxen?
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Anonymous 6 Jun 2011
It is very important that you do not use these two drugs simultaneously, unless directed by your physician.The combination may cause gastrointestinal upset, as well as kidney damage.Other side-effects, including overdose, include: heartburn, nausea, abdominal pain, ulcers, or even gastric perforation.
If, as you say, you feel "a day is coming" when you will need to use both in a 24-hour period, please discuss this with your physician before embarking on this potentially serious medicating.
IndyLady2...
ElizaJane236 Jun 2011
I don't have statistics to quote, but my pain doc said it was fine to take them, e even at the same time, just don't exceed recommended doseages on each. They are not related to each other, don't have any ingredients in common. There are no warnings not to take them together. There are other OTC medications that put acetaminophen and other NSAIDs together, such as some migraine meds. What is the reasoning for not taking them at the same time?
anjeegyrl
13 Jun 2011
I was thinking the same thing. I thought I was dying because of severe menstrual cramps and when I asked a nurse what I should do (not being prescribed any narcotic pain relievers at the time) she said take both types of midol. One had ibprofen, the other had tylenol... so idk what the prob is with mixing NSAIDs... other than an unhappy liver... but if you need pain relief, sometimes mixing is the only thing that works. Infact, Ive taken tyl 3 and naproxen in the same day and it seemed to help. Just my observations. Don't rely on my opinion, I am not a professional of any sort lol.
7 Jun 2011
Naproxen is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.
Naproxen is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, gout, or menstrual cramps. Which doesn't applly to you! But, you cannot take BOTH this AND Tylenol together as it WILL create all manner of GIRD"s. Gastro Intensital Reflux Diseases' At worst, a big hole in the center of your stomach! I got one, not a great way to live! Big enough to see what I had for my last meal! Just kidding but very harmful if you do NOT seek proper medical guidance! Do NOT get to that point of no return in thinking of "the Day Is Comming... " All my best buddy!
Anonymous 8 Jun 2011
Hi Jay,
Probably a typo, but nonetheless, no such abbreviation as GIRD. It is GERD.
Thanks for all your help on the board.
SuboxoneJay
8 Jun 2011
My appologies... A typo on my part... My bad... In any case, make sure you eat first! Best of luck!
lizzie46 Apr 2013
What did you decide Thor and was it okay, I know its a long way down the line but I have just been prescribed both meds for TN and told to take both daily. No one said leave an hour between them, in fact no one said anything at all.
Just seems no point in helping one symptom if I am going to create another problem.
At the moment when the intense pain kicks in I sit crying with a blanket over my head.
would appreciate your feed back on this.
Lizzie
Thor283
6 Apr 2013
Lizzie, It was so long ago I don't recall. But I think I put 4 or 5 hours between them.
lizzie4
6 Apr 2013
Thanks for answering, I appreciate your time, hope you are feeling much better these days, regards Lizzie
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I did discuss it with my doctor. I've discussed it with several doctors, over the years, and have received several answers. I also discussed it with a pharmacist recently, whom said just be sure to put 1 hour inbetween the 2 meds. I didn't agree with that.
So an old wise man once told me when I really want to know something, I should ask people who have been there, plain folks with experience in the matter. That is what I am trying to do here.
So I repeat the question: Has anyone here ever taken Tylenol and Naproxen the same day, and how much time did you put between them?