NAPROXEN SODIUM tablet, film coated

naproxen sodium by

Drug Labeling and Warnings

naproxen sodium by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by CVS Pharmacy. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

Drug Details [pdf]

Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Naproxen sodium 220 mg

(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purposes

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

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

• 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, 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:
• chest pain
• trouble breathing
• weakness in one part or side of body
• slurred speech
• leg swelling
• 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.

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
• 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 21 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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Caplets†

Naproxen Sodium

TABLETS, 220 mg

STRENGTH TO LAST 12 HOURS

Pain reliever/Fever reducer (NSAID)

Actual Size

270 CAPLETS†

†Capsule-shaped tablets

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

NAPROXEN SODIUM 
naproxen sodium tablet, film coated

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 69842-010
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
NAPROXEN SODIUM (UNII: 9TN87S3A3C) (NAPROXEN - UNII:57Y76R9ATQ)	NAPROXEN SODIUM	220 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
FD&C BLUE NO. 2 (UNII: L06K8R7DQK)
HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)
MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)
MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)
POVIDONE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: FZ989GH94E)
TALC (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)
TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)

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

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 69842-010-62	1 in 1 CARTON	03/15/2016
1		24 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
2	NDC: 69842-010-71	1 in 1 CARTON	10/18/2016	09/30/2019
2		50 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
3	NDC: 69842-010-78	1 in 1 CARTON	10/18/2016
3		100 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
4	NDC: 69842-010-37	1 in 1 CARTON	10/18/2016
4		270 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
ANDA	ANDA074661	03/15/2016

Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)