Equate Naproxen Sodium

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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

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
•: 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.

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

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

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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

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Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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 Other information • each tablet contains: sodium 21 mg • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).

No Recall
Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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

No Recall
Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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
adults and children 12 years and older:
• 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 period
children under 12 years:
• ask a doctor

No Recall
Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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

No Recall
Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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

No Recall
Wal-mart Stores Inc

Equate Naproxen Sodium | Wal-mart Stores Inc

• 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
adults and children 12 years and older:
• 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 period
children under 12 years:
• ask a doctor

No Recall