NAPRELAN vs NAPROXEN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. NAPRELAN and NAPROXEN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	NAPRELAN	NAPROXEN
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.06 /mL	$0.06 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	NAPROXEN SODIUM	NAPROXEN
Manufacturer	Twi Pharms	Hikma
Dosage forms	Tablet, extended release	Tablet
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Half-life	about 12 to 17 hours	about 12 to 17 hours
Treats	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain

naprelan naproxen

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.06 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

NAPROXEN SODIUM

NAPROXEN

Manufacturer

Twi Pharms

Hikma

Dosage forms

Tablet, extended release

Tablet

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 12 to 17 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Naprelan or Naproxen?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.06 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Naprelan and Naproxen?

Naprelan contains Naproxen Sodium, while Naproxen contains Naproxen — 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.