Allergy alerts: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include:
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asthma (wheezing)
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blisters
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facial swelling
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hives
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rash
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shock
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skin reddening
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:
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are age 60 or older
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have bad stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
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take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
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take other drug containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
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have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product.
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take more or for a longer time than directed.
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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever / fever reducer
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right before or after heart surgery
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the stomach bleeding warning applies to you
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you have a history of stomach problems such as heartburn
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you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver cirrhosis, or kidney disease
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you are taking a diuretic
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you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers
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you have asthma
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under a doctor’s care for any serious condition
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taking any other drug
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you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
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feel faint
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vomit blood
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have bloody or black stools
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have a stomach pain that dose not get better
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pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
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fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
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you have difficulty swallowing
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it feels like the pill is sluck in your throat
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redness or swelling is present in the painful area
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any new symptoms appear
There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.
temporarily relieves minor aches and pain due to:
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backache
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headache
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menstrual cramps
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minor pain of arthritis
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muscular aches
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the common cold
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toothache
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temporarily reduces fever
