Label: NAPROXEN- naproxen sodium tablet, film coated

  • NDC Code(s): 50844-271-43
  • Packager: L.N.K. International, Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated December 12, 2023

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  • Active ingredient (in each tablet)

    Naproxen Sodium USP 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
    • menstrual cramps
    • backache
    • toothache
    • muscular aches
    • headache
    • 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:

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

    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 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

    Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer 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

    • 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, kidney disease, asthma or had a stroke
    • you are taking a diuretic
    • you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers

    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

    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
    • you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke:
      • leg swelling
      • chest pain
      • slurred speech
      • trouble breathing
      • weakness in one part or side of body
    • pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
    • fever gets worse or lasts for 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.

    Keep out of reach of children.

    In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

  • 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 over:

    ■ Take 1 tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms persist.
    ■ 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 room temperature 68°-77°F (20°-25°C)
    • avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 104°F (40°C)
    • tamper evident sealed packets
    • do not use any open or torn packets
  • Inactive ingredients

    croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2, macrogol, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, talc, titanium dioxide

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-800-426-9391 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday

  • Principal Display Panel

    QUALITY
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    NDC 50844-271-43

    Compare to active ingredient
    in Aleve® Tablets

    NAPROXEN
    NAPROXEN SODIUM USP, 220 mg

    PAIN RELIEVER/
    FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)

    60 Packets
    of 1 Tablet each
    220 mg each

    ACTUAL SIZE

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PACKAGE IS OPENED OR IF PACKET
    IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING

    This product is not manufactured or distributed by
    Bayer HealthCare LLC, owner of the registered
    trademark Aleve® Tablets.
    50844    ORG
    Distributed by
    LNK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    60 Arkay Drive
    Hauppauge, NY 11788
    USA

    Quality Plus 44-746

    Quality Plus 44-746

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    NAPROXEN 
    naproxen sodium tablet, film coated
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:50844-271
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    NAPROXEN SODIUM (UNII: 9TN87S3A3C) (NAPROXEN - UNII:57Y76R9ATQ) NAPROXEN SODIUM220 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM (UNII: M28OL1HH48)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 2 (UNII: L06K8R7DQK)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 532B59J990)  
    POVIDONE (UNII: FZ989GH94E)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    TALC (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorblueScoreno score
    ShapeROUNDSize10mm
    FlavorImprint Code I3
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:50844-271-4360 in 1 CARTON09/12/2019
    11 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA07909609/12/2019
    Labeler - L.N.K. International, Inc. (038154464)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    LNK International, Inc.832867837pack(50844-271)