Aleve
Aleve is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient NAPROXEN SODIUM manufactured by Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc administered by ORAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20230301.
Generic: NAPROXEN SODIUM
Manufacturer: Navajo Manufacturing Company Inc
Product Type: HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route: ORAL
Dosage Form:
NDC: 67751-144
Application: NDA020204
Effective: 20230301
Active Ingredients: Active ingredient (in each caplet) Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID) * *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Indications & Usage
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
Dosage & Administration
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
Contraindications
Not available.
Warnings
Warnings Allergy alert Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especialy in people allergic to asprin. Symptoms may include: hives facial swelling asthma (wheezing) shock skin reddening rash blister 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 chace 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, napoxen, 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 • 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 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 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 right away.
Adverse Reactions
Not available.
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