Naproxen

[Ct29]

Has anyone had any trouble with taking naproxen??

[Pilipala18]

I have been taking 500mg for migraines for years with no problem (apart from they don’t always work) then I had 250mg for my fibro and I had the worse heartburn. If you take them regularly a ppi is supposed to help your stomach 😀😀

[Ct29 in reply to Pilipala18]

I’ve been taking them for years now and the heartburn is getting really bad may have to change them

[Pilipala18 in reply to Ct29]

Yes it may be worth trying something else 😀😀

[Hidden in reply to Ct29]

Same and bp was up to 220/some other number close to that to,I shouldn't of been given them on ramipril at same time the surgery got fright when told them how high it was it was like I was at door of heart attack

[Hazel_Angelstar Administrator FMA UK Staff]

Like all nsaids, a main side effect is they can cause stomach problems. Generally anti inflammatory meds are not recommended for fibro, as there is no evidence of inflammation xxx

[Hidden]

I agree with many the class of drug these federally attack the digestive system,,anyone taking these for some time need a ppi (Like omeprazole ) to protect your Gullett and stomach,,I used ibuprofen for 25 years with no knowledge of how they affect people,I now have a massive hiatus hernia and the worst gastritis reflux I need 2 ppi per day..these drugs are good for pain but wicked on digestive system.

[Lulububs]

Yes i did. I got really bad stomach where i couldnt keep anything in. Plus when i went to gp to ask why they gave me blood tests and my kidney and liver functions were through roof so was taken of them straight away.

When i came of them stomach was ok and i felt better with couple weeks.

Plus i realised they really werent doin anything for my pain either.

Im glad i stopped them when i did as it could have been really serious

[SonyaW]

I have and have to have another tablet to stop stomach issues

[Mackembabe]

Hi yes I have had to come off it as though it helped, I have CKD so it affected my kidneys, they do keep an eye on you to check that you are alright, hope this helps you Love & Hugs Xx