NAPROXEN SODIUM- naproxen sodium tablet, film coated, extended release
SAVE-A-LOT FOOD STORES, LTD.
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Active Ingredient (in each tablet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/
fever reducer
Uses
- temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to :
- backache
- headache
- menstrul cramps
- minor pain of arthritis
- muscular aches
- the common cold
- toothache
- temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
Allergy alert
Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
- asthma (wheezing)
- blisters
- facial swelling
- hives
- rash
- shock
- skin reddening
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Stomach bleeding warning
This product contains a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(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
NSAID's except aspirin increases 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 surgery
Ask a doctor before use if
- the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
- you have a history of stomach problems,such as a heartburn
- you have a high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis or kidney disease
- you are taking a diuretic
- you have problems or serious side effects taking pain relievers or fever reducers
- you have asthma
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- under a doctor 's care for any serious conditions
- taking any other drug
When using this product
- 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
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you experience any of following sign 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 feel 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 profession 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 complication during the delivery.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a position 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
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Adults and Children 12 years and older: |
- take one tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
- for the first dose you may take within the first hour
- do not exceed 2 tablets in any 8 to 12 hours period
- do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hour period
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Children under 12 years: |
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Other information
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each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg
- store between 20°-25°C(68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C(104°F)
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Blue #2, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, Starch, stearic acid, sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Compare to the active
ingredient in Aleve®*
ALL DAY
PAIN RELIEF
NAPROXEN SODIUM TABLETS, USP 220 mg
PAIN RELIEVER/FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)