Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
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:
- hives
- facial swelling
- asthma (wheezing)
- shock
- blisters
- skin reddening
- rash
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
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
- 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
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
- you have difficulty swallowing
- it feels like the pill is stuck in your throat
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
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
Adults and children 12 years and older:
- take 1 tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
- for the first dose you may take 2 tablets within 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:
Other information
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each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
- side effects occur. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
Inactive ingredients
colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2 lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide
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**Compare to Aleve® active ingredient
Naproxen Sodium Tablets, USP 220 mg
Pain Reliever / Fever Reducer (NSAID)
Strength to Last 12 Hours
100 TABLETS
