A Collingswood native will be among those competing on this season's Big Brother, a reality show on CBS. Meg Maley, 25, is a server in New York City.
Take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve). Read and follow all instructions on the label. If your doctor prescribes medicines for muscle cramps, take them exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor if you have any problems with your medicine.
Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammation for many medical conditions. It is the active ingredient in the over the counter medication Aleve. Naproxen can be used for arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, and menstrual cramps, to name a few. It is an effective over the counter medication, but has many side effects and contraindications. For example, if taken regularly anti-inflammatory drugs increase blood pressure, can lead to stomach ulcers and can cause kidney problems.