Naproxen User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Awe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2013

For Headache "I have recently started using naproxen (prescription) for my migraines. I generally get migraines during my menstrual cycle, and the doctor recommended taking naproxen (500 mg) every 12 hrs of that special week, and so far, it seems to be working. On other random days, if I feel the slightest inkling of a migraine coming on, I take one naproxen, and it seems to keep the migraine at bay. Naproxen has helped me have more control over my migraines, the odd time, I still have to take a migraine pill, such as Zomig."

• Cat...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 9, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "I take naproxen when my knees hurt from arthritis, but I have to take it every day for at least 3 days for the pain to go away. Now my doctor doesn't want me to take naproxen any longer, he said it's not good for people 65 to take it. I want to find out why?"

• anr...
• February 21, 2016

Naproxen for Gout, Acute "Well, I went to the ER, they diagnosed me with gout. They gave me a prescription that was $45 for 20 pills! The pharmacist told me about Aleve. I bought it for $7.99 for 100 pills. Best choice ever, no regrets."

• Anonymous
• October 16, 2012

For Osteoarthritis "I take this for significant pain caused by osteoarthritis. Before my GP put me on it, I was losing every morning to barely being able to walk on my knee due to the pain. Started seeing results in less than 24 hours. I was prescribed another medicine with it to prevent side effects and some other painkillers, so sometimes a bit ashamed of the combination, but for the first time in years, I am almost entirely pain-free all day every day."

• old...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2020

For Sciatica "Have had naproxen before, and it was useless for sciatica pain. Used diclofenac, and it was great, but now I am 64. Doctor won't prescribe it and has given me naproxen and said to take paracetamol. I am now on my 2nd week of agony and can't stand up straight or walk far."

• Cra...
• November 25, 2015

For Tendonitis "I have tendonitis in both elbows and ankles. I am a young and fit, very active person. A few months ago, I could barely walk or hold a cup of water to my mouth without being in constant pain. I pushed through as much as I could, but one day it got too much. I went to my doctor, who prescribed me 500 mg Naproxen, and instantly the pain has gone. I am back running and at the gym doing weights. I have had no side effects."

• Jam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 3, 2013

For Osteoarthritis "I am young and have been suffering from severe to extreme neck pain resulting in debilitating headaches for as long as I can remember. I have done every natural therapy known to me, including myotherapy, acupuncture, deep tissue massage, Bowen therapy, chiropractic, and osteopathy therapy, etc. The therapy alone was costing me $800 a month, plus pain-killing medications. I started to believe I was addicted to codeine because I associated it with withdrawal-like symptoms. I then went back to my GP and was told to have X-rays, including an MRI, after seeing a rheumatologist specialist. Diagnosed with cervical osteoarthritis and also osteoarthritis in my hip. Last winter, I couldn't even put on my undies. Naprosyn saved me! Simple."

• Jib...
• January 20, 2016

For Muscle Pain "I have a torn shoulder tendon (rotator cuff injury) which has been causing me agonizing pain 24/7 for 6 months. Ibuprofen wasn't working, so I was given naproxen. It takes quite a while to get to work (up to an hour to kick in), but once it works, the relief is amazing. Only thing is, once it wears off (about 4-6 hours), the pain returns big time, and you're not supposed to use more than 2 tablets a day. Also, it made me ravenously hungry at the start (not so much now), so I've added a couple of kg in weight. When it doesn't work well, I take some paracetamol (acetaminophen) as well. Doesn't do anything for my headaches though and may even cause them."

• Sta...
• February 14, 2013

Naproxen for Tendonitis "Fell onto my shoulder off my son's skateboard. Initially, felt no discomfort, but my shoulder a week or so after began to become painful, enough to stop me swimming. Waited 3 months for it to go, no reduction in pain. Went to the doctor, who prescribed Naprosyn. Within a day or two, pain had eased. Carried on for 2 weeks and now swim regularly. Very slight discomfort, but take remaining pills as and when needed, but discomfort so small, rarely have to take them. Negatives, I think when taking medication, I suffered stomach discomfort."

• Run...
• October 30, 2011

Naproxen for Back Pain "Two Aleve a day helped my back pain, but over time it affected my stomach. My gastroenterologist knew immediately what my problem was, and I've stopped Aleve entirely. I had almost a year of constant nausea and pain until I quit taking Aleve."

• Nan...
• February 8, 2013

For Back Pain "I love naproxen. I am 73 and plagued with lower back and neck pain. After two days, my pain was GONE! I have been taking it twice a day. I am afraid to stop because I don't want my pain back! Now I have a script from my doctor. Medicare pays for it. I pay $2.65. Love it."

• Mad...
• April 25, 2016

For Rheumatoid Arthritis "I have been using this for about a week now, and it has completely changed my life. I am more or less free of pain. The side effects are a little worrying, but as long as you watch out for these, it should be okay. I am now able to go to work and actually function without being in pain. For me, it is working."

• bar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2016

For Gout, Acute "Was on crutches all day yesterday, painful as hell. Finally, out of desperation, went researching for any relief from the pain. Found this site and read this forum. While still on crutches, went to local Duane Reade (NYC), took some pills of Aleve at 12 a.m. and promptly passed out. Bottle states, take 2 max. Woke up at 4 a.m., I can actually walk to the bathroom without crutches... it apparently took about 50% of the pain away. Still painful, still hobbling around, but I can walk unassisted! No crutches! Took another Aleve pill at 4:30 a.m. and 5 a.m., I will be loading up my pickup truck full of video gear which weighs almost 1,000 lbs! I am so glad I read this forum. Thanks, guys! That really helped out!"

• Cra...
• September 25, 2008

For Muscle Pain "This is at present a Godsend. I tore my shoulder muscles at work, nothing removed that 'sickening' inside pain, you know the one where it makes you irritable with loved ones. This has dulled the pain after an hour. I'm actually smiling and can concentrate again. Hope this helps more out there."

• sub...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 15, 2015

For Osteoarthritis "Actively participated in physical activities in Army long service. During that time, didn't have any ortho problems. Little crossing over 60 yrs age, I noticed pain with a cracking sound in my right knee during regular brisk walking. The pain did not subside with various topical creams from homeopathy as well as allopathic NSAIDs. Instead, I severely suffered with aggravated pain in my knee and stiffness in my ankle joint in the same leg. One day I came across the prominent action of naproxen in OA. Following 500 mgs BD after meals for a fortnight, the naproxen proved to be excellent and brushed aside all other substitutes. It has rejuvenated my previous strength in carrying out day-to-day work. No side effects observed."

• Eli...
• July 25, 2015

Naproxen for Headache "My head and base of the neck started hurting three days ago. The pain also moved from place to place and was so abnormal that I scheduled a doctor's appointment for next week. This pain even made my 'hair' hurt. It felt like spots in the central back part of my head had been 'bruised,' and again, the pain location changed from the back center of the head to my upper neck to the back of my ears and then to the top. Prescription pain medicine left over from a surgery didn't help. Last night, I took 3 Aleve out of desperation. I fell asleep and woke up a few hours later feeling much, much better. I will still see my doctor, but I won't be a crazy person by the time I get there."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 7, 2015

For Sciatica "Sciatica almost stopped me from my passion. Dancing has been my life's dream. Taking 1 or 2 Naprosyn has helped me so much. Even after reading all the side effects, I was scared to take it, but the pain was unbearable. After taking 3 different meds, this is the one that works for me."

• Spi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2020

For Pain "Suffered for 4 months with painful knee, causing me to limp badly. Was prescribed naproxen twice daily whilst awaiting scan. Day 1 eased pain slightly. Day 2 eased pain dramatically. Day 3, pain gone. Have been taking for about 3 weeks without pain. Have not taken any today and still no pain! An absolute Godsend for me!"

• AJ1...
• November 18, 2014

For Period Pain "I have extreme nausea a few days before and during my period. I tried so many things, but nothing worked. My gyn wrote me a script for 550 mg of naproxen twice daily, and I took it 3 days before my period and during my period. It worked!! I feel 100% better than the previous month."

• Bea...
• February 29, 2020

Naproxen for Back Pain "I've worked hard all my life. I've had disk problems in my back for 4 years now. My doctors have given me this and that...but nothing really worked. I've been using Aleve now, and it really takes the edge off!"

• Ran...
• July 6, 2015

For Period Pain "I was passing out from the sheer pain that radiated from my lower abdomen to my lower back and so on. I had quite the pain tolerance, yet this pain was like no other. Hot water bottles, home remedies, Motrin, nothing worked. When I spoke to my doctor, she recommended the pill, but my mother was against this because of my age. After I turned 13, my doctor decided to prescribe me naproxen, 250 mg, take 2 at onset of cramps and then 1 pill every 6-8 hours as needed. It was magical, I mean, within 10-20 minutes of me taking it, the pain went away. How? Naproxen is an NSAID, it reduces inflammation in the uterus. That simple. Highly recommend, but use carefully so as to not damage your liver. Seriously."

• Rob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2020

Naproxen for Back Pain "I had real lower back muscle pain for two weeks. Dr. gave me Cyclobenzaprine-- not good. Saw an Aleve commercial on TV, it was a back pain reliever. Within 15 minutes of taking it, sharp pain was reduced dramatically. That's all I can tell you. I still am on it and have no bad comments."

• Tam...
• August 22, 2013

For Back Pain "I'm 17. I've been having back pains for three years on and off. One day I feel my spine, and it's curved. Got an appointment, recently got X-rays. Till the results, I'm prescribed naproxen. It works. It's very helpful, I can sleep better."

• Tra...
• July 11, 2013

For Period Pain "As I got older and seven kids later, my menstrual pain took a turn for the worst. I have severe cramping and fatigue. This medication was never prescribed to me after being rushed to the emergency room numerous times. My husband was given this medication for back pain, and I was in so much pain that I decided to try it. This medicine has saved my life. I will go get my own prescription!"

• Nik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 22, 2016

For Tendonitis "Bicep tendon rupture from weight lifting. I was prescribed over-the-counter Aleve, which is basically naproxen twice daily for 2 weeks, then once daily for two weeks. I experienced immediate pain relief. I'm now on my third week at once a day and feel great with no side effects. Definitely on the mend. Not much into taking any kind of meds or drugs, but sometimes we need them to help us recover. I highly recommend this over any other pain reliever as it is an anti-inflammatory as well, which this injury needs."