BERKLEY AND JENSEN NAPROXEN SODIUM - naproxen sodium tablet, film coated 
BJWC

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BJWC Naproxen Sodium Tablets USP, 220 mg Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Naproxen sodium 220 mg

(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
• minor pain of arthritis
• muscular aches
• backache
• menstrual cramps
• headache
• toothache
• the common cold
• temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

• hives
• facial swelling
• asthma (wheezing)
• shock
• skin reddening
• rash
• blisters

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

• are age 60 or older
• have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
• take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
• take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
• have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
• take more or for a longer time than directed

Do not use

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
• right before or after heart surgery

Ask a doctor before use if

• the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
• you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
• you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
• you are taking a diuretic
• you have asthma

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

• under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
• taking any other drug

When using this product

• take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
• the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• feel faint
• vomit blood
• have bloody or black stools
• have stomach pain that does not get better
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
• you have difficulty swallowing
• it feels like the pill is stuck in your throat
• you develop heartburn
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
• any new symptoms appear

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use naproxen sodium during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

• do not take more than directed
• the smallest effective dose should be used
• do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings)
• drink a full glass of water with each dose

Adults and children 12 years and older:

• take 1 caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
• for the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour
• do not exceed 2 caplets in any 8- to 12-hour period
• do not exceed 3 caplets in a 24-hour period

Children under 12 years:

• ask a doctor

Other information

• each caplet contains: sodium 20 mg
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).

Inactive ingredients

FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide

Questions or comments? 

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Naproxen Sodium Tablets USP, 220 mg

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With 8 to 12 Hour Dosing

Fast, Long-Lasting Pain Relief

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Actual Size

(**Capsule shaped tablets)

BERKLEY AND JENSEN NAPROXEN SODIUM  naproxen sodium   tablet, film coated

Product Information Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG NDC Product Code (Source) 68391-368 Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength NAPROXEN SODIUM (NAPROXEN) NAPROXEN SODIUM 220 mg

Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength FD&C BLUE NO. 2   HYPROMELLOSES   MAGNESIUM STEARATE   CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE   POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL   POVIDONE   TALC   TITANIUM DIOXIDE

Product Characteristics Color BLUE (Light Blue) Score no score Shape CAPSULE (oval) Size 12mm Flavor Imprint Code L368 Contains

Packaging # NDC Package Description Multilevel Packaging 1 68391-368-87 300 TABLET In 1 BOTTLE None

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
ANDA	ANDA074661	09/17/2007

Labeler - BJWC (159082692)

Revised: 05/2009BJWC