Naproxen Sodium Naproxen Sodium SILICON DIOXIDE CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM FD&C BLUE NO. 2 HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED MAGNESIUM STEARATE MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED POVIDONE, UNSPECIFIED TITANIUM DIOXIDE NAPROXEN SODIUM NAPROXEN 144
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Principal Display Panel Naproxen Sodium Tab USP 220mg
- Principal Display Panel Naproxen Sodium Tab USP 220mg
Overview
Uses 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
Indications & Usage
Uses 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
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 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
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 • 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.
Purpose
Purpose 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
When Using
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 & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask doctor if • 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
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.
Storage & Handling
Storage • Store at 20-25 o C (68-77 o F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40 0 C (104 0 F)
Questions
Questions or comments? Call 1-800-540-3765
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