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Naproxen is a painkiller commonly prescribed for joint pain and muscle ache. It is a weak opioid generally favoured over other drugs of a similar class due to its non-addictive nature and fewer side effects. However, its relatively better safety profile does not mean naproxen suits, everyone.
While experts deem it safe for consumption in smaller doses, combining it with certain substances, such as alcohol, can be particularly dangerous. Both naproxen and alcohol have their own set of potential health risks, and their combination may even prove deadly, especially if the latter is taken in high quantities.
If you have been prescribed naproxen to deal with a health issue, it is advised to be careful of your alcohol intake. Ideally, the combination of both should be avoided as naproxen, an anti-inflammatory drug can mess with your stomach, and alcohol will only worsen this side effect. Seeking alcohol addiction treatment is indicated in people who fail to stop mixing both due to an underlying alcohol abuse disorder.