See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Aleve
What other names does Aleve go by?
Aleve is the brand name for naproxen sodium, an NSAID pain reliever. So you may see Aleve listed under different names depending on the label, country, or whether it’s a generic product.
Common alternative names you might encounter include:
- Naproxen sodium (generic name)
- Naproxen sodium tablets (or similar wording)
- Naproxen sodium pain reliever / NSAID pain relief (descriptive label names)
Are there different products that share the same active ingredient?
Yes. Other brands that also contain naproxen sodium can look different from Aleve but still be the same drug ingredient. In those cases, the “other name” is usually the active ingredient (naproxen sodium) rather than a brand label.
What should you check on the bottle?
To confirm an “Aleve alternative” is the same medicine, check the ingredient list for:
- Active ingredient: naproxen sodium
If the active ingredient is different (for example, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or aspirin), it will not be the same type of product as Aleve.
Can Aleve be sold under a different strength name?
Sometimes Aleve products are labeled by strength (such as different tablet amounts). Even then, the underlying “other name” you can rely on is still naproxen sodium.
If you tell me the country you’re in (or what the label says under “active ingredient”), I can help match the exact alternative name(s) you’d see there.