Naproxen for Sciatica User Reviews

• Leo...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 2, 2012

Naproxen "When I have sciatica pain in my hip, I quickly eat something (protein bar often works), take two Aleve, then lay down on the floor and put my legs up on a chair. Sometimes I put an ice pack on the area as well, and I lay there for 10-20 minutes, and the pain almost always subsides. Then I make sure to stretch a bit so the pain doesn't return when the Aleve wears off. Aleve works GREAT when I'm in pain, but don't forget how vital it is to stretch and exercise also."

• Mai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2014

Naproxen "Unbelievable! After suffering every day with sciatic nerve pain, losing sleep, falling into depression, I tried one pill, Aleve. Nothing else I tried worked. Aleve did exactly what my body needed to get relief from pain and inflammation. I didn't want a narcotic, no. I will continue to take Aleve for a week to be sure that all traces of sciatica and inflammation are completely gone."

• Dai...
• October 7, 2013

Naproxen "Unbelievable searing pain down the right side of my right leg always first thing in the morning after getting out of bed. I quickly take two Aleve with a glass of milk and wait for the pain to subside, which usually takes about forty five minutes. I am then fine for the rest of the day. I also do yoga exercises later in the day, which helps."

• Mad...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 8, 2020

"26 years U.S. Army, then 10 years civilian working in the Middle East, active with kids, camping, travel. BUT upon retiring at 56 years young, suddenly the sciatic nerve issue, pain, pain, pain, and did I mention PAIN?? Doc started me on 1 pill a day of naproxen, and just like a bunch of the posts on here, I was skeptical to the point of laughter. Guess what, after taking three days, the pain subsided... and after 6 months, it was, and two years later still is, GONE."

• BAD...
• May 6, 2014

Naproxen "This was my last chance to get relief, my doctor had advised that if we couldn't get the nerve to relax, surgery was the next option. The medication helped, the only thing I would only take this at bedtime. This medication is very strong and makes you very sleepy, but it really does work. I only had to use it for a short time. I will not take anything longer than a month and only when I have to."

• Yog...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 19, 2016

Naproxen "I took 2 pills (220mg each) in the morning and it may take 1-2 hours before the pain is completely gone. I have sciatica on my right leg from the lower back down to the bottom of my feet. I experience tickling, numbness, and pain each morning. First thing I do is taking 2 pills immediately. I also practice yoga regularly... I'm so grateful to discover Aleve for sciatica! I will take it as long as my sciatica is here."

• Lan...
• November 18, 2009

Naproxen "A surgeon recommended that I have a procedure to deal with the effects of several ruptured discs in my lower back. I prefer to put off the surgery for as long as I can, and use Aleve on an almost daily basis. It works just fine for me, and I only have an incident about every 1.5 years, and usually because I overdo the yard work. When it gets very bad, I supplement with an antispasmodic drug for a few days."

• Smw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 16, 2018

Naproxen "I have been taking ibuprofen for years but only helped a little. I saw a commercial for Aleve and thought I would try. What a difference in my back pain and sciatica. It even took down the inflammation in my hands."

• Anonymous
• May 27, 2012

"At first I took ibuprofen but that does nothing for sciatica. I went to the doctor because I could not walk and our physician said that ibuprofen doesn't work for this, naproxen does. So about 500 mg and wow, it's fantastic. Take it with buttermilk, yogurt, or a yogurt drink to keep your stomach in good shape."

• Anonymous
• March 24, 2009

Naproxen "I am currently taking Celebrex and Prednisone for my sciatica. Twelve days now and no relief. Desperate for pain relief, I took one Naproxen 500mg. Thank God I did. The pill is a little hard to swallow and it may make you a little nauseous, but it will definitely ease the pain and will allow you to get some much-needed sleep."

• sis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 9, 2018

Naproxen "For several years, I took Bayer Back & Body for my chronic back/sciatica pain (2 tabs, 2x a day). I found very little relief. I recently started taking Aleve Back & Muscle Pain. This is my third day using Aleve Back & Muscle Pain. What a difference in just 3 days! I take 1 tab in the morning, and it lasts all day! The pain/burning sensation in my back/leg has reduced sufficiently. Thank you, Aleve!"

• Cma...
• November 8, 2011

Naproxen "Sciatica pain since June. In October, I started Naproxen 500, and there were obvious changes. I have no pain from my back to my calf, and I can stand for longer periods of time without pain and leg numbness. I am very happy."

• Kar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 2, 2018

"Prescribed 500 mg twice a day of naproxen along with codeine and oramorph for my first sciatic episode. I stopped the oramorph after a couple of days as I hated the way it made me feel, and the codeine lasted about 5 days. Now, had 5 days of just the naproxen. The pain is unbearable in the morning, and I don't know if the pain goes to a manageable level because I start to move or because my morning dose has kicked in. I'm getting some weird side effects like numb fingers and bad stomach pains, so I don't know if I should quit taking the drug to see if I still need it or not."

• jpa...
• June 1, 2013

"I have had very big problems. Been taking Norco and muscle relaxers. I stopped taking the Norcos. Didn't help! I went to the ER and was given naproxen and soma. Thank you. After two 500 mg pills and 1 day of taking them, I can move. No pain in my hip and I can work."

• y0m...
• January 19, 2011

"I recently acquired sciatica, and it is painful at times. Usually at the end of the day after walking. I started a new job that has stairs everywhere (along with elevators). Using the stairs every day seems to have helped it (hanging on to the rails). But, the naproxen twice a day is helping me to use the stairs. Naproxen once a day wasn't cutting it. Just one floor at a time, then the elevator. I'm convinced that the inflammation is the culprit as it causes tendons to become sticky and grind tendons against muscles when moving, causing pain incrementally as the day progresses. I had a motorcycle accident and landed hard on my toosh."

• old...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2020

"Have had naproxen before, and it was useless for sciatica pain. Used diclofenac, and it was great, but now I am 64. Doctor won't prescribe it and has given me naproxen and said to take paracetamol. I am now on my 2nd week of agony and can't stand up straight or walk far."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 7, 2015

"Sciatica almost stopped me from my passion. Dancing has been my life's dream. Taking 1 or 2 Naprosyn has helped me so much. Even after reading all the side effects, I was scared to take it, but the pain was unbearable. After taking 3 different meds, this is the one that works for me."

• Lam...
• April 4, 2016

Naproxen "Had been on prescription-strength Naproxen for 6 days before I decided I didn't feel a benefit. Took nothing for 2 days and then bought Aleve 220 mg per pill and took 2. Not sure what the difference was, but have noticed more relief from the constant discomfort while walking."

• lim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 11, 2015

"I'd had sciatica for 6 weeks before the doctor prescribed naproxen 250 mg twice a day. I have been taking it for two weeks. Can't say much relief for things like walking, but a little for when at rest, and can now at least sleep on the affected side."

• Mus...
• June 20, 2016

"Was originally given naproxen for dental pain, but didn't use it all. I read the leaflet and saw it helps nerve pain as my sciatica flared up again, now lasting ten weeks onward. I took one yesterday and one today, and it's eased quite a bit. My worst time is when I get up, I'm hobbling around on one leg until the nerve settles. Still get the pins and needles in my foot and leg, but the naproxen seems to ease the actual pain and relax the nerves. It does not make the pain go away but just relaxes it. It works for some and not for others, but I guess the same with all medicines. I have tried to manage without painkillers and didn't want to end up reliant on them, but it's that or having severe pain 24/7. London, UK, don't pay for meds covered via other conditions."

• Ber...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 17, 2016

"Post-operative sciatica after pelvic floor repair. I have been taking two 500 mg tablets twice daily. It has been marvelous, I can barely feel any pain. I take warfarin, so I'm really careful to take 20 mg of omeprazole in the morning. No side effects after two days. First time that I have taken naproxen. I hope if I ever need this type of relief that my GP will prescribe again. Cannot praise enough."

• KPN...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2015

"I've taken two doses of Naproxen 500 mg, one yesterday evening and one this morning. I've had no side effects, but no pain relief either. I'm getting depressed with having to put up with this debilitating pain."

• JaL...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2017

"Had sciatica since December. I was prescribed Naproxen 500 mg twice a week but didn't want to take any meds. It went well, but on the 15th of May, it flared up to a point I couldn't stand, sit, or lay down without excruciating pain. I started taking painkillers I had at home when I got my period, AKA Tesco's 30p and 60p: 200 Ibuprofen, Paracetamol 500, Paracetamol Extra 500 (with caffeine), and Extra Power Pain Control 500 (Paracetamol/Aspirin/Caffeine). I try to go 3 days with Paracetamol, then 5 Ibuprofen, with 1 day with no meds in between. After 4 crippling weeks at home, I finally managed to walk to a pharmacy to buy Naproxen. I have been taking it for a week. No relief. The Tesco meds were more effective at easing the pain. Naproxen does not work for me at all."

• POP...
• September 16, 2017

"Two weeks ago, I developed severe lower back pain. I went to my chiropractor for two treatments thinking this would solve the problem. I was out of action for a week. Then it flared up again just when I thought it was gone. I am supposed to be starting a new job on Monday, but woke up Saturday morning in severe pain down my left leg, throbbing, burning pain, and my ankle and foot had no feeling. So all I have is a tablet called INZA and paracetamol. I can't drive the manual car to the doctor to get an injection as I can't even walk properly and have no feeling in the leg. I'm seeing the physio on Monday. I wonder if this will help as they do work the muscles, which might help the disk go back to normal. Is this going to be a lifelong problem?"

• edw...
• April 2, 2016

"Been on straight codeine 7 years, 12 daily, just became a habit. In the end, till today, I crunched up bad enough to almost drop my 3-month-old baby. Hubby had to come home from work practically to lift me in the car to the docs. Ended up getting a cortisone injection plus Norflex and naproxen, oh my gosh, I am so relaxed right now, first time in years."