Does Ibuprofen Interact With Naproxen?

The chance is higher if you: take more or for a longer time than directed take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product are age 60 or older take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke.

Severity: Minor

Severity basis: warnings section. Combining Ibuprofen (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)) and Naproxen (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)) is classified as a minor interaction.

What to Do

This is generally a minor interaction, but review it with your pharmacist to be sure it is safe for you.

From the FDA Label

The chance is higher if you: take more or for a longer time than directed take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product are age 60 or older take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others] Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke.

Source: FDA structured product labeling (set_id 00653b7c-7099-487e-9a01-e89781c21323).

Ibuprofen

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Brands: Advil, Motrin

View Ibuprofen safety profile

Naproxen

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Brands: Aleve, Naprosyn

View Naproxen safety profile

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This information is educational — not medical advice.

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