Aleve Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Smooth Gels, 20 each

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Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer. Gelatin Coated Capsule-Shaped Tablet(s). NSAID: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug. Each Gelcap Contains: Sodium 20 mg. 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.

Active Ingredient (in each Gelcap): Naproxen Sodium (220 mg) (Naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug). Inactive Ingredients: D&C Yellow No. 10 Aluminum Lake, Edetate Sodium, Edible Ink, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake, Gelatin, Glycerin, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Stearic Acid, Talc, Titanium Dioxide.

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 gelcap every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last. For the first dose you may take 2 gelcaps within the first hour. Do not exceed 2 gelcaps in any 8- to 12-hour period. Do not exceed 3 gelcaps in a 24-hour period. Adults over 65 Years: Do not take more than 1 gelcap every 12 hours unless directed by a doctor. Children Under 12 Years: Ask a doctor. Store at 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40 degrees C (104 degrees F).

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 a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you are age 60 and older; have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems; take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug; take other drugs containing an NSAID (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 you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers; stomach problems that last or come back, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or stomach pain; ulcers; bleeding problems; high blood pressure; heart or kidney disease; taken a diuretic; reached age 60 or older. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription for nonprescription); taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug; under a doctor's care for any serious condition; taking any other drug. When using this product take with food or milk of stomach upset occurs; long term continuous use may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Stop use and ask a doctor if you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding; pain gets worse of lasts more than 10 days; fever gets worse of lasts more than 3 days; you have difficulty swallowing; it feels like the pill is stuck in your throat; you develop heartburn; stomach pain or upset gets worse of lasts; 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. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if carton is opened or if foil seal imprinted with Safety Squease on bottle opening is missing or broken.