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: Rite Aid Corporation.
| Brand name | Naproxen Sodium |
|---|---|
| Generic name | NAPROXEN SODIUM |
| Manufacturer | Rite Aid Corporation |
| Used for | Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches the common cold toothache menstrual cramps backache minor pain of arthritis temporarily reduces fever |
| Dosage | Directions 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 |
| Warnings | Warnings Allergy alert: Naproxen sodium may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: asthma (wheezing) skin reddening shock blisters rash facial swelling hives 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 thi |
| 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=134e5ec6-c42a-43b6-adf2-2d7546875ead |