Naproxen Sodium Caplets

Drug Facts

Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)* 
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Pain reliever/fever reducer *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

_ temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

_ toothache _ muscular aches _ the common cold

_ headache _ menstrual cramps

_ backache _ minor pain of arthritis

_ temporarily reduces fever

Drug Facts (continued)

Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:

_ asthma (wheezing) _ skin reddening _ shock

_ blisters _ rash _ facial swelling _ hives

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 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 a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug

_ take more or for a longer time than directed

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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 have asthma

_ you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers

_ you are taking a diuretic

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

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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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

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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 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

_ each caplet contains: sodium 20 mg

_ TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS   OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN

_ store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

_ use by expiration date on package

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croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, silicon dioxide, talc, titanium dioxide

1-800-901-2420

Dist. by Breeden Brothers, LLC
Nashville, TN 37219

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