Naproxen Sodium
Naproxen Sodium is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Naproxen Sodium; Generic name: NAPROXEN SODIUM; Manufacturer: WinCo Foods, LLC.
| Brand name | Naproxen Sodium |
|---|---|
| Generic name | NAPROXEN SODIUM |
| Manufacturer | WinCo Foods, LLC |
| Used for | 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 |
| Dosage | Directions do not take more than directed the smallest effective dose should be used do not take longer than 10 days, unless directed by a doctor (see Warnings ) 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 |
| 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 thin |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each tablet) Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ) |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=074fc2b9-743b-458e-a0c0-d5f27633bbf3 |