Tylenol with Naproxen: FDA Approves Fast-Acting Non-Opioid for Pain Relief

A new fast-acting pain relief medication contains the active ingredients acetaminophen (Tylenol) and naproxen (Aleve). Photo courtesy of Kenvue Federal regulators have approved a new pain medication that combines the attributes of Tylenol and Aleve. The new product, Tylenol with Naproxen, is expected to be available soon as an over-the-counter medication in retail establishments across the United States. Advocates say the combination medication provides the fast-acting relief of Tylenol and the longer-lasting power of Aleve. A new over-the-counter medication that combines the pain-relieving aspects of Tylenol and Aleve is heading to store shelves. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Tylenol with Naproxen, a combination of acetaminophen, sold under the brand name Tylenol, and naproxen sodium, sold under the brand name Aleve. Each tablet of Tylenol with Naproxen contains 325 milligrams (mg) of acetaminophen and 110 mg of naproxen sodium. Two tablets can be taken every 12 hours. Kenvue, which manufactures Tylenol and Tylenol with Naproxen, said that Tylenol with Naproxen provides the fast-acting pain relief of acetaminophen along with the long…