Use and Care Manual

Aleve
®
Caplets
5/5/14
Version 009 Page 1 of 2
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each caplet) Purposes
Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg)
(NSAID)*…………………………………………….Pain reliever/fever reducer
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
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
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 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