Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Uses ■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to: ■ headache ■ muscular aches ■ toothache ■ the common cold ■ backache ■ menstrual cramps ■ minor pain of arthritis
■ temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: ■ shock ■ facial swelling ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ hives ■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ rash
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
■ have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
■ take blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
■ are age 60 or older
■ take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs [aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others]
■ take more or for a longer time than directed
■ have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.
Do not use ■ right before or after heart surgery ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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 asthma
■ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease
■ you have a problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
■ you are taking a diuretic
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
■ 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.
Directions ■ do not take more than directed
■ the smallest effective dose should be used
■ drink a full glass of water with each dose
■ adults and children 12 years and older
■ take 1 tablet every 8 to12 hours while symptoms last
■ for the first dose, you may take 2 tablets within the first hour
■ do not exceed 2 tablets in any 8-to 12-hour period
■ do not exceed 3 tablets in a 24-hour period
■ children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other information
■ each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg
■ store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
■ see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients colloidal silicon dioxide, FD & C Blue#2 Aluminum Lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide, talc
