i am taking naproxen for an inflammed tendon in my knee and my friends girlfriend (know it all) is telling me that naproxen makes your stomach bleed every time you take it... i am unable to find anything addressing this question and only find that "it may cause stomach bleeding". Can someone find if it makes your stomach bleed, EVERY time?
2007-02-28 15:15:32 · 4 answers · asked by Tera 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
The possibility is there if there is a warning on the label. That does not necessarily mean YOU will have bleeding. Take Prilosec OTC with the naproxen. The prilosec will counteract that reaction. I am surprised your doctor did not prescribe it to you with the naproxen. Always, when in doubt about a drug or drug interactions, ask your pharmasist.
2007-02-28 15:22:11 · answer #1 · answered by Katykins 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, that is not necessarily true. Don't take more than the recommended dosage though, as it can cause stomach bleeds. If you are in that much pain that you need to take for an extended amount of time, or you feel you need more than the recommende dosage, you should see a dr.
2007-02-28 15:31:56 · answer #2 · answered by bettyboop 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, naproxen has a POSSIBLE side effect of stomache ulceration and bleeding. Take it with meals to decrease GI irritation. Don't take it if you have an ulcer.
2007-02-28 15:20:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know for sure but i highly doubt it. I have taken naproxen A LOT and my stomach is fine. Ask the doctor who prescribed it to you.
2007-02-28 15:19:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
that can be a side affect if abused just take it with food as directed you should be fine xoxo
2007-03-04 10:55:05 · answer #5 · answered by angelicahevenly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋