Can You Mix Naproxen And Painkiller?
Previous research has suggested that older people who want to avoid Alzheimer's disease might want to take daily doses of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen, but a new study suggests that might not be the best idea. Researchers in Seattle examined the medical records of more than 2,700 people aged 65 and older. Investigators checked their usage of NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen and found that 351 were heavy users--prescribed at least 500 daily...
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