Asthma and prescription pain meds
Hi - has anyone ever had asthma exacerbations from taking naproxen for pain?
Hi again,
- nice to see you staying engaged with the community. I recall our last conversation was just last month. For ease of reference, here is a link to that interaction: https://asthma.net/forums/covid-and-low-oxygen.
While others may chime in here and respond to your inquiry about naproxen, I have something to say as well.
The medication you mentioned (naproxen), like most medications, have the potential for side effects. These side effects can affect some folks but, not necessarily all patients using the medication.
Do you feel that you have an allergy to naproxen?
I thought you might gain some additional insight for the drug, from this material which is published by the Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/naproxen-oral-route/precautions/drg-20069820#:~:text=Tell%20your%20doctor%20right%20away,mouth%20after%20using%20this%20medicine.Hi thank you very much for all this information very helpful
Hi, once again,
- it's my pleasure - you are most welcome!
Please do check back and keep us apprised of how you're doing. We would appreciate that very much.
Warm regards,
Leon L (author/moderator asthma.net)
Hi
- This question is quite insightful. I hope you get the chance to read the article from the Mayo Clinic that Leon suggested. I wanted to log on quickly and send you a note with some other sources.
Here's a link to an article on our site here. It has some great information. https://asthma.net/types/aspirin-induced
Another that may help is located here - https://asthma.net/triggers/medication-related-triggers
If you suspect an allergy to naproxen or NSAIDs or experience symptoms such as rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing, it's imperative to seek medical attention sooner rather than later.
Discussing these symptoms with your healthcare provider is important. Your doctor can evaluate your symptoms, conduct allergy testing if necessary, and recommend alternative pain management options if you are indeed allergic to naproxen.
I certainly hope others chime in and offer up their experience with NSAIDs and allergies.
Thoughtfully - Rebecca (community moderator)
I take naproxen which is the prescription version of aleve. It do have side effects for some asthmatic but not all. You might have aspirin induce asthma because naproxen is a nsaid (aspirin) & your Dr should've told you this info.
Talk to your Dr about this issue but Tylenol might be the best option for you
Thank you for sharing your valuable experience and advice. I'm glad to hear that you can take naproxen with no issues. Having conducted extensive research on this topic, I would like to second your point about Naproxen falling under the asthma subgroup Aspirin-Induced Asthma, which might be more accurately titled NSAID-induced asthma now that other pain medicines are included in this subgroup. I completely agree that if a doctor prescribes such medication to someone with asthma, it should be discussed, with clear instructions on what to do if side effects are experienced. Moreover, I want to emphasize the importance of anyone experiencing side effects from any medication to promptly talk to their doctor. This is crucial for maintaining not only individual health but also effective communication with your doctor. Thank you once again for your insightful contribution to this important conversation. Wishing you all the best. John. community moderator.
