Naproxen User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• AJ1530
• 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."

• 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."

• Cats...
• 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?"

• Crazy...
• 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."

• Mac
• December 12, 2016

For Back Pain "Last November I was prescribed naproxen for lower back pain. After 4 days I ended up in the back of an ambulance on route to A&E. It all started with my back pain increasing, it spread up my back and across my chest. I could hardly breathe, had sharp shooting pains in my central chest area. I was discharged from A&E that afternoon and after that things got steadily worse. I ended up with serious heart palpitations, tinnitus and confusion. Have had the all clear regarding blocked arteries, no problem there. The doctors that dealt with me refuse to accept that naproxen might have been responsible, I'm now a regular attendee at the Royal London hospital, the heart failure clinic. If YOUR doctor prescribes you naproxen, remember this post."

• anrit...
• February 21, 2016

Aleve (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."

• chinpdx
• June 30, 2013

For Headache "I have my headaches mostly under control with Vivactil. But I do occasionally feel one coming on, and for that, I am now taking naproxen. Used to take Vicodin. No more. I went from almost daily killer headaches to an occasional one, and so far, one naproxen has worked."

• James...
• 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."

• That...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2015

Aleve (naproxen) for Back Pain "I don't know what I did, but whenever I jumped on the trampoline with my kids, I was experiencing some weird pain in my upper back. I put some A535 on my back. That didn't help. The next day it still hurt! Then I took two Aleve pills, and the next morning I was okay. And I continued this way for a few days, and my back was all better! Thanks, Aleve!"

• TracyNY
• 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!"

• Jiblo...
• 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."

• Journey
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 15, 2019

For Period Pain "I have been suffering with period pain and heavy bleeding for 3 years (since the birth of my last baby). I read a study on using Naproxen at the onset of your period for 5 days to help with pain and bleeding, so I decided it was worth a try. I took 500 mg twice a day. The results are nothing less than amazing! No clots, no need to stay at home and near a bathroom, no sleeping with towels under me at night, no pain and stress. I feel like a normal human being!"

• Starman
• February 14, 2013

Naprosyn (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."

• Jazz
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 21, 2018

Aleve (naproxen) for Osteoarthritis "For at least 7 years, I have taken one aleve before going to sleep every night for osteoarthritis pain in my lower back. It has worked marvellously. Unfortunately I can no longer take Aleve as I have stage 3 kidney disease which my doctor is attributing to long term usage of Aleve. I now take a low dosage Tylenol but it does not work near as well as the Aleve ..."

• Spike
• 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 God send for me!"

• Tamira
• 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."

• Nanners
• 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 29, 2019

For Back Pain "Would only recommend taking naproxen if you’re in extreme pain. It works for that very well. But I had a horrific experience with the side effects of Naproxen (OTC). An hour after taking it I felt stranger than I have in my entire life: dizzy, sweating PROFUSELY, lightheaded and sort of as if the room was spinning, felt the need to run to bathroom but nothing happened. Spent that night feeling chilled and bizarre with a pounding heart and SEVERE anxiety. Exactly a week later and I still feel very anxious and lightheaded at times. It took several days for most of the side effects to go away. Can still feel it seven days later. Worked well for my mom’s shoulder pain but gave her strange side effects too."

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

Aleve (naproxen) for Back Pain "I had real lower back muscle pain for two weeks. Dr gave me Cyclbenzaprine-- 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."

• barfman
• 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!"

• Randi
• 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."

• Pinkm...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 29, 2014

Aleve (naproxen) for Osteoarthritis "I have severe osteoarthritis, my fingers twisted, my knees have had 1 replacement. The other needs one, my hips, my feet, and back. I find Aleve gel caps work better than my Voltaren. I also use oxycodone to help me with severe pain."

• 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."

• Maddy...
• 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."

• Beatle...
• February 29, 2020

Aleve (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 given me this and that...but nothing really worked. I've been using Aleve now and it really takes the edge off!!!"