MOBIC vs NAPROXEN SODIUM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	MOBIC	NAPROXEN SODIUM
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$0.56 /30	$0.06 /mL
Type	RX	OTC
Active ingredient	MELOXICAM	NAPROXEN SODIUM
Manufacturer	Boehringer Ingelheim	Hetero Labs Ltd V
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule, Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 15 to 20 hours	about 12 to 17 hours
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain

mobic naproxen sodium

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$0.56 /30

$0.06 /mL

Type

OTC

Active ingredient

MELOXICAM

NAPROXEN SODIUM

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim

Hetero Labs Ltd V

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule, Tablet, Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 15 to 20 hours

about 12 to 17 hours

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Mobic and Naproxen Sodium?

Mobic contains Meloxicam, while Naproxen Sodium contains Naproxen Sodium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.