PROXEN NP 660

Active ingredient (in each tablet) Purposes

Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200mg) (NSAID)* .........Pain reliever/fever reducer

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

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

■ hives ■ asthma (wheezing) ■ skin reddening

■ facial swelling ■ shock ■ rash ■ blisters

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

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

■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer

■ right before or after heart surgery

■ 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

■ under a doctor's care for any serious condition

■ taking any other drug

■ 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

■ side effects occur.

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

■ 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.

Keep out of reach of children.

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