PAIN RELIEF- naproxen sodium tablet

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

NAPROXEN SODIUM (UNII: 9TN87S3A3C) (NAPROXEN - UNII:57Y76R9ATQ)

Available from:

BETTER LIVING BRANDS, LLC

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Purposes 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 Do not use - if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer - right before or after heart surgery 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 - 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

Authorization status:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

Summary of Product characteristics

PAIN RELIEF- NAPROXEN SODIUM TABLET
BETTER LIVING BRANDS, LLC
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608R_ALBERTSONS_21130-608_NAPROXEN SODIUM TABLETS 220 MG
_DRUG FACTS_
_ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CAPLET)_
Naproxen sodium 220 mg
(naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
_PURPOSES_
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
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
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 a