Naproxen Sodium
Family Dollar (FAMILY WELLNESS)
Naproxen sodium 220 mg tablets
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each tablet)
- Purpose
- Naproxen Sodium Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Naproxen Sodium Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
- Product Labeling
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
- 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:
- 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
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, 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
- 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
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.
Directions
- do not take more than directed
- the smallest effective dose should be used
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
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Naproxen Sodium Other information
- each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg
- store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
- Read all warnings and directions before use. Keep carton.
- Do not use if inner seal under the bottle cap imprinted with "Sealed for your protection" is broken or missing
Inactive ingredients
croscarmellose sodium, FD&C Blue # 2, macrogol, magnesium stearate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, talc and titanium dioxide.
Questions or comments?
Call toll free 1-877-753-3935 Monday through Friday 9AM - 5PM EST
Product Labeling
Compare to the active ingredient of Aleve® Tablets †
Naproxen Sodium Tablets, 220 mg
Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID)
Strength to last 12 hours
† This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer Healthcare, LLC., distributor of Aleve® Tablets. Aleve® is a registered trademark of Bayer Healthcare LLC.
Distributed by:
Family Dollar Services, Inc.,
10401 Monroe Rd,
Matthews, NC 28105 USA
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