Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purposes
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Uses
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temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
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minor pain of arthritis
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muscular aches
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backache
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menstrual cramps
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headache
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toothache
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the common cold
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temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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hives
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facial swelling
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asthma (wheezing)
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shock
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skin reddening
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rash
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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:
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are age 60 or older
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have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
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take more or for a longer time than directed
Do not use
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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
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right before or after heart surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
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the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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you have a history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
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you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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you are taking a diuretic
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you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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taking any other drug
When using this product
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take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs
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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
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you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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feel faint
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vomit blood
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have bloody or black stools
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have stomach pain that does not get better
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pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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you have difficulty swallowing
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it feels like the pill is stuck in your throat
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redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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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
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do not take more than directed
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the smallest effective dose should be used
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drink a full glass of water with each dose
Adults and children 12 years and older
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take 1 caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
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for the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour
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do not exceed 2 caplets in any 8- to 12-hour period
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do not exceed 3 caplets in a 24-hour period
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Children under 12 years
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Other information
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each caplet contains: sodium 21 mg
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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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COMPARE TO ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN ALEVE® CAPLETS
easy open arthritis cap
ACTUAL SIZE
naproxen sodium Tablets, 220 mg
PAIN RELIEVER / FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)
strength to last 12 hours
PACKAGE NOT CHILD-RESISTANT
200 CAPLETS**
220 mg EACH
(**CAPSULE-SHAPED TABLETS)