What is the difference between ibuprofen and naproxen?

Answer 1

Both Ibuprofen and Naproxen are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

IBPROFEN

Ibuprofen is chemically similar to regular aspirin and functions in an analogous way, minimizing the production of prostaglandins, though it accomplishes this with slightly different chemical reactions. So how is ibuprofen different from aspirin? In lower doses, ibuprofen seems to irritate the esophagus and stomach lining less than its close cousins, aspirin and naproxen. If you have ulcers or acid reflux disease, ibuprofen may be the best product for pain clearly resulting from inflammation (arthritis, sprains, sunburns, etc.).

NAPROXEN -

Although it is used for headaches, naproxen is especially effective as an anti-inflammatory agent. For arthritis, sprains, sunburns, and other inflammation-based pain, naproxen seems to edge its competition. Many women suffering from menstrual cramps also report that naproxen is more effective than standard aspirin. The other difference between naproxen and its chemical kin? Similar doses of this over-the-counter pain reliever tend to last longer - often for 8-12 hours instead of 4-8 hours.

Answer 2

Ibuprofen Vs Naproxen

Answer 3

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What is the difference between ibuprofen and naproxen?

Answer 4

They are both non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). They are different compounds. The biggest difference is the length of activity. Ibuprofen typically has a dosing schedule of every 6 hours and naproxen is typically ever 12 hours. Some people tolerate one over the other but that's hard to predict prior to trying it.

Answer 5

Both are NSAIDs.
Ibuprofen – 30 min onset, 1-2 hr peak, duration 4-6 hours. Good for arthritis, osteoarthritis, mild-moderate pain, reduces fever.
Naproxen – 1 hr onset, 2-4 hr peak, 7hr duration. Mild- moderate pain, osteoarthritis, tendonitis, acute gout. Also reduces fever.