Aleve ®

Aleve ®
SPL v11
SPL
SPL Set ID 3b5442c6-c6e1-4df3-8cec-40bbb4ec469f
Route
ORAL
Published
Effective Date 2011-09-16
Document Type 34390-5 HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Naproxen (220 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
Fd&c Blue No. 1 Gelatin Glycerin Lactic Acid Mannitol Polyethylene Glycol 400 Povidone K30 Propylene Glycol Water Sorbitan Sorbitol

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Imprint: ALEVE Shape: capsule Color: blue Size: 21 mm Score: 1
Marketing Status
NDA Active Since 2007-02-28
Description

Drug Facts

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Medication Information

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Dosage and Administration

Directions

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective doses hould be used
  • drink a full glass of water with each dose
  • if taken with food, this product may take longer to work

adults and children 12 years and older:
  • take 1 capsule every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
  • for the first dose you may take 2 capsules within the first hour
  • do not exceed 2 capsules in any 8- to 12-hour period
  • do not exceed 3 capsules in a 24-hour period

children under 12 years:
  • ask a doctor

Description

Drug Facts

Uses
  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • minor pain of arthritis
    • muscular aches
    • backache
    • menstrual cramps
    • headache
    • toothache
    • the common cold
  • temporarily reduces fever
Section 42229-5

Drug Facts

Section 50565-1

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Section 51945-4

EZ OPEN ARHTRITIS CAP

ALL DAY STRONG®



ALEVE ®



LIQUID GELS

naproxen sodium capsules, 220 mg (NSAID)



pain reliever/fever reducer

STRENGTH TO LAST 12 HOURS

THIS PACKAGE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITHOUT YOUNG CHILDREN

80



CAPSULES

(LIQUID FILLED CAPSULES)

Section 53414-9

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.

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Do Not Use
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
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.

Other Information
  • each capsule contains: sodium 20 mg
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
  • read all directions and warnings before use. Keep carton.

Inactive Ingredients

FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, lactic acid, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

Questions Or Comments?

1-800-395-0689 (Mon – Fri 9AM – 5PM EST)

When Using This Product
  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Ask A Doctor Before Use If
  • 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
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
  • 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

Active Ingredient (in Each Capsule)

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

nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are
  • 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

Structured Label Content

Uses
  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
    • minor pain of arthritis
    • muscular aches
    • backache
    • menstrual cramps
    • headache
    • toothache
    • the common cold
  • temporarily reduces fever
Dosage and Administration (34068-7)

Directions

  • do not take more than directed
  • the smallest effective doses hould be used
  • drink a full glass of water with each dose
  • if taken with food, this product may take longer to work

adults and children 12 years and older:
  • take 1 capsule every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
  • for the first dose you may take 2 capsules within the first hour
  • do not exceed 2 capsules in any 8- to 12-hour period
  • do not exceed 3 capsules in a 24-hour period

children under 12 years:
  • ask a doctor

Section 42229-5 (42229-5)

Drug Facts

Section 50565-1 (50565-1)

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Section 51945-4 (51945-4)

EZ OPEN ARHTRITIS CAP

ALL DAY STRONG®



ALEVE ®



LIQUID GELS

naproxen sodium capsules, 220 mg (NSAID)



pain reliever/fever reducer

STRENGTH TO LAST 12 HOURS

THIS PACKAGE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITHOUT YOUNG CHILDREN

80



CAPSULES

(LIQUID FILLED CAPSULES)

Section 53414-9 (53414-9)

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.

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Do Not Use (Do not use)
  • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer
  • right before or after heart surgery
Allergy Alert (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.

Other Information (Other information)
  • each capsule contains: sodium 20 mg
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
  • read all directions and warnings before use. Keep carton.

Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)

FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, lactic acid, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

Questions Or Comments? (Questions or comments?)

1-800-395-0689 (Mon – Fri 9AM – 5PM EST)

When Using This Product (When using this product)
  • take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs

Ask A Doctor Before Use If (Ask a doctor before use if)
  • 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
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (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
  • 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

Active Ingredient (in Each Capsule) (Active ingredient (in each capsule))

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

nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are (Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are)
  • 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

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