How long does naproxen stomach pain last?

I got a really bad burning ache after taking naproxen on an empty stomach once and completely panicked thinking it was an ulcer. It actually settled down in about 2 to 3 hours after I drank a big glass of cold milk and had some toast. Now I never take pain relievers without eating a full meal first.

I was researching about NSAID side effects because my stomach felt weird after taking pain tablets. Most health forums say this mild acidity and pain lasts for 1 to 4 hours, but if it keeps happening, you should definitely talk to your doctor about an antacid.

I always worry so much about stomach bleeding whenever I have to take painkillers. The stomach ache usually passes in a few hours, but if you have sharp, severe pain, or if your stool looks dark, please go to a clinic immediately. Better to be safe and get it checked.

Since I manage my type 2 diabetes with a very strict diet, I have to be extremely careful with medications like naproxen that can cause gastric issues. For me, the stomach discomfort lasted around half a day, during which I only had simple white rice with curd to soothe my gut.

The stomach irritation from painkillers usually lasts a few hours. Try to avoid spicy food today and let your stomach rest.