Full price comparison · US & Canada
Aleve Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 99% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Naproxen Sodium, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$11.20
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.025
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$2.05
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 220mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Food Lion | $11.20Lowest | $11.20 | $2.05 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $12.40 | $15.40 | $2.05 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $12.40 | $15.40 | $2.05 |
 Costco | $13.20 | $13.20 | $2.05 |
 Publix | $13.46 | $16.46 | $2.05 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 550 mg
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 GoldStarMeds.com | $2.05 | — | $0.00 | $204.53Lowest |
 1800RxOnline.com | $2.27 | — | $0.00 | $227.26 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Naproxen Sodium.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Naproxen Sodium (Aleve) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Naproxen Sodium is around $11.20. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Naproxen Sodium (Aleve) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Naproxen Sodium at roughly $0.025 per unit, a published price with no membership card or coupon involved. See the three-price comparison above for how that stacks up against discount-card pharmacies.
How much does Naproxen Sodium (Aleve) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Naproxen Sodium priced from about $2.05 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.
Why does Naproxen Sodium (Aleve) cost more in one country than the other?
Drug pricing is set separately in each country through different negotiation, regulatory, and distribution systems, so the same medication can legitimately carry different price tags on either side of the border. In this case, our data shows the US price is actually the lower of the two once a program like Cost Plus Drugs is factored in — the assumption that Canada is always cheaper doesn't hold for every drug.
Are generic versions of Aleve available?
Yes. Aleve is the brand name for medication containing the active ingredient naproxen sodium. Numerous generic naproxen sodium products are sold over-the-counter under various store brand labels, such as those from CVS, Up & Up, Equate, Walgreens, and GoodSense, among others.
What is Aleve and how does it work?
Aleve is a brand-name, over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer. Its active ingredient, naproxen sodium, is an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It works by inhibiting the body's production of substances that cause inflammation, pain, and fever. Aleve is marketed to relieve pain from conditions like arthritis, backaches, muscle aches, headaches, menstrual cramps, toothaches, and cold symptoms. The product line includes standard tablets and liquid-filled capsules, a formulation for muscle and back pain, a nighttime version, and a combination product (Aleve Sinus & Headache) that also contains the decongestant pseudoephedrine.
What are some potential side effects of taking Aleve?
The most common side effects associated with Aleve are gastrointestinal in nature and can include stomach pain, upset stomach, heartburn, diarrhea, gas, constipation, nausea, and vomiting. While less common, allergic reactions, such as skin rash, are also possible. This is not an exhaustive list of all potential side effects, and patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist for more complete information.