Skip to content
ppharmaranks
Menu

NAPROXEN vs PROLENSA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. NAPROXEN and PROLENSA 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.

Rating

72/100
New

Pharmacy pays

$0.06 /mL
$14.72 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

NAPROXEN
BROMFENAC SODIUM

Dosage forms

Tablet
Drops

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 12 to 17 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain
Inflammation, Postoperative Pain, Eye Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Naproxen or Prolensa?

Naproxen costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.06 vs $14.72 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Naproxen and Prolensa?

Naproxen contains Naproxen, while Prolensa contains Bromfenac 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.