Aleve is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces inflammation and pain in the body. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as headaches, menstrual cramps, arthritis, and back pain.
Aleve was first introduced in 1994 in the United States.
It has since become one of the most popular over-the-counter pain relievers in the world.
Aleve is manufactured by Bayer Consumer Health, a division of the pharmaceutical company Bayer AG.
Advil is a popular brand of ibuprofen, another type of NSAID that is used to relieve pain and inflammation.
Tylenol is a brand of acetaminophen, a pain reliever and fever reducer that is not an NSAID.
Motrin is another brand of ibuprofen that is used to relieve pain and inflammation.
Aleve Tablets are the original strength tablets that are used to relieve pain and inflammation for up to 12 hours.
Aleve Liquid Gels are a faster acting form of Aleve that are designed to provide pain relief in as little as 15 minutes.
Aleve PM is a combination of Aleve and a sleep aid that is designed to help you fall asleep and stay asleep while relieving pain and inflammation.
Aleve is designed to provide pain relief for up to 12 hours.
The active ingredient in Aleve is naproxen sodium.
Like all NSAIDs, Aleve can cause side effects with long-term use. It's important to talk to your doctor before using Aleve for an extended period of time.
Aleve can be taken on an empty stomach, but it may cause stomach upset or indigestion in some people. It's usually recommended to take Aleve with food.
It's important to talk to your doctor before taking Aleve with other medications, especially blood thinners, corticosteroids, or other NSAIDs.