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Wal-Mart Naproxen Sodium Capsules, 220 mg (NSAID) Drug Facts


FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*




FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient (in each capsule)

Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)*

*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Equate Naproxen Sodium 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

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
  • •redness or swelling is present in the painful area
  • •any new symptoms appear
  • •you have difficulty swallowing
  • •it feels like the capsule is stuck in your throat

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
  • •if taken with food, this product may take longer to work
take 1 capsule every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last
  • for the first dose you may take 2 capsules within the first hour
  • do not exceed 2 capsules in any 8- to 12-hour period
  • do not exceed 3 capsules in a 24-hour periodask a doctor

    adults and children 12 years and older:

    children under 12 years:

    Equate Naproxen Sodium Other information

    • •each capsule contains: sodium 20 mg
    • •store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
    • •do not use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing
    • •read all directions and warnings before use.

    Inactive ingredients

    FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, lactic acid, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

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    Compare to the active ingredient of Aleve® Liquid Gels

    Naproxen Sodium Capsules, 220 mg (NSAID)

    Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer

    Strength to last 12 hours

    Actual Size

    130 LIQUID GELS**

    **Liquid Filled Capsules

    Equate Naproxen Sodium

    Naproxen sodium CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED

    Product Information

    Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:49035-742
    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
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1
    GELATIN
    GLYCERIN
    LACTIC ACID
    mannitol
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS
    POVIDONES
    propylene glycol
    water
    SORBITAN
    sorbitol

    Product Characteristics

    Color Size Imprint Code Shape
    BLUE (Clear) 20 mm 742 CAPSULE

    Packaging

    # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
    1 80 in 1 BOTTLE
    2 20 in 1 BOTTLE
    3 NDC:49035-742-81 130 in 1 BOTTLE

    Marketing Information

    Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
    NDA NDA021920 2011-07-26


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