Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: backache, muscular aches, minor pains of arthritis, menstrual cramps, headache, toothache, the common cold, temporarily reduces fever. Strength to last 12 hours.
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 8-12 hour period. Do not exceed 3 tablets in a 24-hour period. Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor. Each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg. Store at 20-25 degrees c (68-77 degrees F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40 degrees C (104 degree F). Do not use if carton is open or if foil seal imprinted with 'SAFETY SQUEASE' on bottle opening is missing or broken.
Active Ingredients: Each Tablet: Naproxen Sodium 220 mg (Naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID [Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug])
Inactive Ingredients: FD&C Blue #2 Lake Hypromellose Magnesium Stearate Microcrystalline Cellulose Polyethylene Glycol Povidone Talc Titanium Dioxide
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 for a longer time than directed. Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase 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 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 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. 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. Stop use and 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 stoke: 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. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important to not 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.
