Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package Labeling CALMADOL PAIN RELIEVER FEVER REDUCER Naproxen Sodium Tablets 220 mg (NSAID) 24 TABLETS CalmadolTabLabel.jpg OuterCarton
- Package Labeling CALMADOL PAIN RELIEVER FEVER REDUCER Naproxen Sodium Tablets 220 mg (NSAID) 24 TABLETS CalmadolTabLabel.jpg OuterCarton
Overview
Uses ■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ headache ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■backache ■ toothache ■ menstrual cramps ■minor pain of arthritis ■temporarily reduces fever
Indications & Usage
Uses ■ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: ■ headache ■ common cold ■ muscular aches ■backache ■ toothache ■ menstrual cramps ■minor pain of arthritis ■temporarily reduces fever
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ 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 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: Ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
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 ■ skin reddening ■ blisters ■ 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 Do not use ■ if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer ■ right before or after heart surgery 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 problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers ■ you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease ■ you are taking a diuretic ■ you have asthma Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ■ under a doctor's care for any serious condition ■ 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 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 ■ 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
Purpose
Purpose Pain reliever/ fever reducer
Keep Out of Reach of Children
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Questions
Questions If you have questions of a medical nature, please conact your pharmacist, doctor or health care professional.
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