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
Storage and handling
store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
headache
minor pain of arthritis
muscular aches
backache
menstrual cramps
toothache
the common cold
temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
Do not use
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
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
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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
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under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because naproxen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
taking any other drug
When using this product
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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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
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
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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
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In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away
Other Warnings
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION
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
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
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
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
each caplet contains: sodium 20 mg
do not use if tamper evident seal under bottle is broken or missing
Storage
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
Inactive ingredients
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide May contain: corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, purified water, silicon
Questions
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Call 1-888-952-0050 Monday through Friday 9AM- 5PM EST.
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