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Aleve

Aleve is a brand of Naproxen.

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscular aches backache menstrual cramps headache toothache the common cold.

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Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

How to use Aleve

Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.

Pour qui

Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscular aches backache menstrual cramps headache toothache the common cold temporarily reduces fever

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
  • Do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used drink a full glass of water with each dose
  • Adults and children 12 years and older take 1 tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last for the first dose you may take 2 tablets within the first hour
  • Do not exceed 2 tablets in any 8- to 12-hour period
  • Do not exceed 3 tablets in a 24-hour period
  • Children under 12 years
  • Ask a doctor
How to store it

Each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg store at 20-25ºC (68-77ºF). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F). Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-12-04.

Same medicine, other brands

Products with Naproxen as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Check your pack of Aleve

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Aleve

What is in Aleve?

Aleve contains Naproxen. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.

What is Aleve used for?

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscular aches backache menstrual cramps headache toothache the common cold temporarily reduces fever (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Aleve?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used drink a full glass of water with each dose Adults and children 12 years and older take 1 tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last for the first dose you may take 2 tablets within the first hour do not exceed 2 tablets in any 8- to 12-hour period do not exceed 3 tablets in a 24-hour period Children u…

Do I need a prescription for Aleve?

In many countries Aleve is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Aleve?

Aleve is sold under names such as Vimovo, Anaprox, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Wal-proxen, Treximet. Brand names differ between countries.

Can children take Aleve?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

How should I store Aleve?

each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg store at 20-25ºC (68-77ºF). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).

How can I check that my Aleve is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.