Indications

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscle aches backache menstrual cramps headache toothache the common cold temporarily relieves fever

Warnings

Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock skin reddening rash blisters Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause 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 an NSAID (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 you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain  relievers or fever reducers, stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain ulcers bleeding problems high blood pressure heart or kidney disease taken a diuretic reached age 60 or older Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: taking any other drug containing NSAID (prescription or nonprescription) taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug 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 long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke Stop use and ask a doctor if: you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts redness or swallowing is present in the painful area any new symptoms appear you have difficulty swallowing it feels like the capsule is stuck in your throat you develop heartburn 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.

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