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NAPROXEN SODIUM

J.P. BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

ALL DAY PAIN RELIEF


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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

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

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

NAPROXEN SODIUM Uses

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

Warnings

Allergy alert

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

  • asthma (wheezing)
  • blisters
  • facial swelling
  • hives
  • rash
  • shock
  • skin reddening

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Stomach bleeding warning

This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (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

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. (1-800-222-1222)

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 tablet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
  • for the first dose you may take 2 tablets within the first hour
  • do not exceed 2 tablets in any 8 to 12 hour period
  • do not exceed 3 tablets in a 24-hour period
Children under 12 years:
  • ask a doctor

NAPROXEN SODIUM Other information

  • each tablet contains: sodium 20 mg
  • store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

Inactive ingredients

colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, FD&C blue #2 lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, titanium dioxide

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Distributed By: J.P Business Enterprise
Lake Grove, NY 11755

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 Tablet Bottle Carton

VALUMEDS

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ALL DAY
PAIN RELIEF

NAPROXEN SODIUM TABLETS, USP 220 mg

PAIN RELIEVER/FEVER REDUCER (NSAID)

  • STRENGTH TO LAST 12 HOURS

15 TABLETS (OVAL-SHAPED)

NAPROXEN SODIUM

NAPROXEN SODIUM

NAPROXEN SODIUM TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:59105-003
Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety

Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
naproxen sodium NAPROXEN 220 mg

Inactive Ingredients

Ingredient Name Strength
polyethylene glycol 400
POVIDONES
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM
cellulose, microcrystalline
SILICON DIOXIDE
water
MAGNESIUM STEARATE
HYPROMELLOSES
titanium dioxide
FD&C BLUE NO. 2
ALUMINUM OXIDE

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
BLUE 18 mm 144 OVAL

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 15 in 1 BOTTLE
2 NDC:59105-003-15 1 in 1 CARTON

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
ANDA ANDA090545 2013-08-20


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