Description
Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
- common cold
- headache
- toothache
- muscular aches
- backache
- menstrual cramps
- minor pain of arthritis
Directions:
Do not take more than directed.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose.
| Over Age 65 |
1 caplet every 12 hours. Do not exceed 1 caplet in 12 hours, unless directed by a doctor. |
| 12-65 years |
take 1 caplet evey 8 to 12 hours. For the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour. Do not take more than 2 caplets in any 8 to 12 hours, or 3 caplets in a 24 hour period. The smallest effective dose should be used. |
| Under 12 years |
ask a doctor. |
Store at 20 - 25C (68-77F).
Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include:
- hives.
- facial swelling.
- asthma (wheezing).
- shock.
Alcohol Warning: If you drink 3 or more alcoholic beverages daily, ask your doctor whether you should take naproxen sodium or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Naproxen sodium may cause stomach bleeding.
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer.
Ask a doctor before use if you have had serious side effects from any pain reliever/fever reducer.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are:
- taking any other product that contains naproxen sodium or any other pain reliever/fever reducer
- you take other drugs on a regular basis
- you are under a doctor's care for any continuing condition