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To ask if anyone has taken Naproxen?

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thewaylifegoes · 09/03/2026 07:25

I’m posting here for traffic, and I’ll admit right now I’ve got some health anxiety.

I have just returned from a ski trip where I have unfortunately torn some ligaments in my ankle. I’m on a waiting list to be assessed to see if I need surgery, or whether it can heal naturally. In the meantime, my GP had prescribed naproxen and omeprazole for me.

But I am totally confused. The packet of the naproxen says to take two a day. The omeprazole says one tablet a day, but during our consultation the GP said to take an omeprazole with each naproxen I take. I’m also aware that omeprazole can have some bad long term side effects, so I just feel a little confused.

I’ve held off taking them for a good few days now because of this but I’m in so much pain that I need to take one. My question being - how?!

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bootle96 · 09/03/2026 07:44

That’s a completely normal prescription. I take naproxen long term for arthritis (20 ish years so far.) Naproxen twice daily, omeprazole once daily. Neither cause any side effects for me. If you’re concerned speak to a pharmacist but honestly you sound like you are winding yourself up for no reason. You’re taking for an injury so hopefully short term so really no need to panic. Hope you’re feeling better soon.

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thewaylifegoes · 09/03/2026 07:37

Bitzee · 09/03/2026 07:34

Naproxen is off the shelf in the US. Never taken omeprazole with it.

I’m in the UK and that’s what I’ve been prescribed 🤷🏻‍♀️

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Bitzee · 09/03/2026 07:34

Naproxen is off the shelf in the US. Never taken omeprazole with it.

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thewaylifegoes · 09/03/2026 07:32

BarbaraKirksKaftan · 09/03/2026 07:31

Why did you get prescribed the omeprazole? Do you have existing heartburn issues. I have taken naproxen in the past but was not prescribed omeprazole. I would take the naproxen morning and evening and the omeprazole in the morning.

Nope, no existing issues. The doctor said it was standard to prescribe together to prevent stomach issues. I think it’s because on the days I’m not taking the naproxen, I’m to continue my usual ibuprofen and paracetamol that I was told to take in the hospital in France, and she’s being cautious.

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HelpMeGetThrough · 09/03/2026 07:32

1 omeprazole with the first naproxen and then take the second naproxen on its own.

You’ll be glad when you take them, it’ll certainly reduce the pain. I’m not able to take them anymore due to another drug I’m on, but when I could, they did the job and I had no problems at all.

NormasArse · 09/03/2026 07:31

You don’t double the omeprazole!

AmandaHoldensLips · 09/03/2026 07:31

Naproxen is very effective. The omeprazole is to protect your stomach lining, which is usually taken once per day.

BarbaraKirksKaftan · 09/03/2026 07:31

Why did you get prescribed the omeprazole? Do you have existing heartburn issues. I have taken naproxen in the past but was not prescribed omeprazole. I would take the naproxen morning and evening and the omeprazole in the morning.

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thewaylifegoes · 09/03/2026 07:28

I’ll calm the pharmacy in the morning then. In that case though, I have double the omeprazole to naproxen. I’m really trying to resist taking them because I know that they can have awful side effects but as I’m getting back to daily life (all booted up for work), I’m struggling more and more

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Serencwtch · 09/03/2026 07:28

Take the Omeprazole on an empty stomach. Then wait at least half an hour & take the first naproxen with some food.

The second naproxen can be taken 8 hours later with food.

The Omeprazole lasts for 24 hours so you don't need one with every dose of naproxen

WonderingWanda · 09/03/2026 07:28

I agree ring the pharmacy to clarify, and for now just take one of the meds to start with to see if that's enough on it's own, or to at least take the edge off the pain. I've had Naproxen which has been effective.

randomchap · 09/03/2026 07:28

I took one omeprazole on the morning with breakfast and a naproxen, followed by just naproxen at dinner time.

Check with your pharmacist though

ChocolateMagnum · 09/03/2026 07:27

Do what the prescription says. You could speak to a pharmacist this morning to clarify and/or go back to your GP. Don't ask randoms on the internet for advice on your medical prescription.

NormasArse · 09/03/2026 07:27

You take the omeprazole once a day. I take mine with the first naproxen in the morning.

Campbellcarrotsoup · 09/03/2026 07:26

Best bet is ring your pharmacy to clarify. Sorry you're in so much pain.

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