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Naproxen Caplets (naproxen sodium 220 mg) Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
  3. Allegiant Health

Generic: naproxen sodium 220 mg is used for the treatment of Arthritis, Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Back Pain Bursitis Common Cold Dysmenorrhea Fever Gout Headache Inflammation Osteoarthritis Pain Pregnancy Trimester, Third Spondylitis, Ankylosing Toothache

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Active Ingredient


Naproxen sodium 220mg

Purpose


Pain reliever/fever reducer

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
  • bulers

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.  

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, 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


under a doctor’s care for any serious condition 
  • taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because naproxen may decrease this benefit of aspirin
  • 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

you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke:
  • 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
  • redness or swelling is present in the painful area
  • any new symptoms appear

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding


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 (1-800-222-1222) 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

Adults and children 12 years and older: 
  • take 1 caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
  • for the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour
  • do not exceed 2 caplets in any 8 to 12 hour period
  • do not exceed 3 caplets in a 24 hour period  

Children under 12 years:
  • ask a doctor

Other Information

  • each caplet 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)
  • do not use if tamper evident seal under bottle is broken or missing

Inactive Ingredients


corn starch, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, purified water, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide

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