Aleve (Naproxen) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine for treatment of mild to moderate pain, inflammation and fever.
Swallow the pill whole, do not break it, because it can affect its action. Use Aleve in a doses prescribed by your doctor. If you use this medicine as an oral suspension, shake it well before measuring a dose.
There is a special measuring spoon, that goes with Aleve. Use it to measure correct dose, prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine works by reducing pain and inflammation because it reduces the levels of prostaglandins.
Store Aleve at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
Aleve Safety information
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not take Aleve on regular basis unless it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine if you also take other pain relievers such as ibuprofen or ketoprofen, you may accidentally exceed the dose and make harm. Consult your doctor before making a decision of one or another medicine intake. Avoid drinking alcohol, while treatment with Aleve, because this can increase the risk of dangerous stomach bleeding.
While you are taking Aleve, so not spend much time at the sun. Aleve increases skin sensibility.
Aleve Side effects
If you experience such side effects as rash, ringing in the ears, headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, fluid retention and shortness of breath, stomach ulceration and intestinal bleeding – seek medical care immediately and consult your doctor.
Do not take Aleve if you are allergic to any of its components.
We do not recommend to take Aleve during pregnancy.