How Does Naproxen Help A Headache?

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Can naproxen sodium cause medication overuse headache?

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I am a bit confused about MOH. Can naproxen sodium (Aleve, etc) cause it? I don't see it listed among the usual suspects. I take naproxen as my first line defense against my chronic daily migraines. It is, thankfully, sometimes effective and I'd hate to give it up. Thanks. Elizabeth.

 

 

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Dear Elizabeth;

 

NSAIDs such as naproxen sodium should not be taken daily. A recent study confirmed that:

NSAIDs were actually associated with a decreased risk of...

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