
Is It Safe To Have Aleve For Nerve Pain?

Question: HI,
I just started a course of Methylprednisolone ( 6 tablets 4mg 1st day), since I have lot of nerve pain,
Can I take Aleve to ease the pain ?
Thanks. XXXXXXX
YYYY@YYYY
I just started a course of Methylprednisolone ( 6 tablets 4mg 1st day), since I have lot of nerve pain,
Can I take Aleve to ease the pain ?
Thanks. XXXXXXX
YYYY@YYYY
Brief Answer:
Yes you can
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
aleve contains a potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called naproxen. This is a very efficient substance against pain, although pain of nerve origin can be difficult to treat and may require other drugs too (like opioids for example).
This is a first good step though. Please remember to avoid using aleve if you have a history of peptic ulcer, uncontrolled arterial hypertension, liver problems, kidney disease or are allergic to it and use it only when absolutely necessary. The less you use it, the better!
I hope you find my answer helpful!
If you have more questions, please contact me again.
Kind Regards!
Yes you can
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
aleve contains a potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called naproxen. This is a very efficient substance against pain, although pain of nerve origin can be difficult to treat and may require other drugs too (like opioids for example).
This is a first good step though. Please remember to avoid using aleve if you have a history of peptic ulcer, uncontrolled arterial hypertension, liver problems, kidney disease or are allergic to it and use it only when absolutely necessary. The less you use it, the better!
I hope you find my answer helpful!
If you have more questions, please contact me again.
Kind Regards!
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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