Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
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 problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- •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
- •redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- •any new symptoms appear
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 |
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| Children under 12 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- •each tablet contains: sodium 21 mg
- •store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
