naproxen sodium
Rite Aid Corporation Naproxen Sodium Tablets, 220 mg Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each tablet)
- Purpose
- naproxen sodium Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- naproxen sodium Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
naproxen sodium Uses
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• 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
Warnings
Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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• 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
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• 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
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• 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
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• 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, or kidney disease -
• you are taking a diuretic -
• you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers -
• 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 -
• taking any other drug
When using this product
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• 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
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• 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
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 -
• the smallest effective dose should be used -
• drink a full glass of water with each dose
Adults and children 12 years and older |
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Children under 12 years |
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naproxen sodium Other information
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• each tablet contains: sodium 21 mg -
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
Inactive ingredients
FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
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