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What is Aleve and why is it prescribed? Aleve is used for temporary relief of minor aches and pains, and to reduce fever. You should have frequent checkups with your doctor if you take Aleve regularly. Ulcers or internal bleeding can occur without warning. How should you take Aleve? Follow your doctors directions for taking Aleve. Your doctor may ask you to take Aleve with food or an antacid to avoid stomach upset. Take Aleve with a full glass of water. Store Aleve at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Are there any Aleve side effects? Aleve side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Aleve? If Aleve is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Aleve with ACE inhibitors (such as the blood pressure medication Capoten), Antiseizure drugs (such as Dilantin), Aspirin, Beta blockers (including blood pressure drugs such as Inderal), Blood thinners (such as Coumadin), Certain water pills (such as Lasix), Lithium (Lithonate), Methotrexate, Naproxen (in other forms, such as Naprosyn), Oral diabetes drugs (such as Micronase), Other pain relievers (such as aspirin, acetaminophen/Tylenol, and ibuprofen/Motrin), or Probenecid (Benemid). If you have more than 3 alcoholic drinks per day, check with your doctor before using painkillers. Are there any special warnings about Aleve? Remember that peptic ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning. Aleve should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease. It can cause liver inflammation in some people. Do not take aspirin or any other anti-inflammatory medications while taking Aleve, unless your doctor tells you to do so. Use with caution if you have heart disease or high blood pressure. Aleve can increase water retention. It also may cause vision problems. If you experience any changes in your vision, inform your doctor. Aleve makes some people drowsy or less alert. Do not take Aleve for more than 10 days for pain or 3 days for fever. Contact your doctor if pain or fever persists or gets worse, if the painful area becomes red or swollen, or if you develop more than a mild digestive upset. |
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