Harshvardhan Singh Harshvardhan Singh Asked 4 months ago

Can diabetics take naproxen?

I've been having some joint pain in my shoulder lately, and a relative suggested Naproxen. I have diabetes, so I'm trying to be extra careful with any medication. Can diabetics take Naproxen for pain and inflammation?

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Manpreet Kaur Manpreet Kaur Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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When I had joint pain, my doctor told me to avoid naproxen because of my diabetes and potential kidney strain. He gave me a milder alternative. I would suggest asking your own doctor before taking it.

Shalini Joshi Shalini Joshi Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I get so nervous about taking painkillers because I read they can affect kidney filtration, which is already a concern with diabetes. Please talk to your doctor before taking naproxen just to be absolutely safe.

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Since I have both diabetes and high BP, my doctor told me to stay away from NSAIDs like naproxen because they can raise blood pressure and affect the kidneys. Regular checkups and lifestyle changes are much safer than self-medicating.

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Amit Patel Amit Patel Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I was prescribed naproxen for a sprain last month. Since I am diabetic, my doctor closely monitored my kidney function and kept the course very short. Definitely don't take it over-the-counter without consulting them.

Srinivas Rao Srinivas Rao Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Please be very careful. I took naproxen regularly for knee pain without realizing it was harming my kidneys, which were already weak from diabetes. Always get your doctor's approval for pain relievers.

Neha Sen Neha Sen Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My mom wanted to take naproxen for her backache, but her diabetologist advised against it because of her kidney parameters. It is better to use local pain sprays and get a safe tablet prescribed by your doctor.

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Vikas Sharma Vikas Sharma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I need to take something for my dental pain, but my doctor warned me about naproxen and diabetes. Did anyone else get prescribed this, or did your doctor give you something else like paracetamol? Just feeling a bit unsure.

Karan Shergill Karan Shergill Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Look, naproxen is tough on the kidneys, and diabetes already puts your kidneys at risk. Don't play doctor on your own. Go to your physician and get a proper, safe prescription for your pain.

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