NAPROXEN SODIUM

Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(Naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pain reliever/ fever reducer

temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to:

backache
muscular aches
minor pain of arthritis
menstrual cramps
headache
toothache
the common cold

temporarily reduces fever

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.

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

you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:

feel faint
vomit blood
have bloody or black stools
have a stomach pain that dose 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.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.

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 tablet every 8 to12 hours while symptoms last
for first dose you may take 2 tablets with in 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

Store at 20-25 oC (68-77 oF). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40 0C (104 0F)

Colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2 lake, Hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide.

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