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Naproxen Sodium

Generic: NAPROXEN SODIUM

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
WALMART INC.
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
1292c0ca-343e-adcc-e063-6394a90ab9fa
Purpose
Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis muscular aches menstrual cramps toothache backache headache the common cold temporarily reduces fever
Warnings
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 Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke.

These can be fatal.

The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.