CVS Health Naproxen Sodium 220 MG Caplets

See the full list of product ingredients on the product label. Active ingredient (in each caplet): Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)* *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Inactive Ingredients: FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide.

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 one caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last; for the first dose, you may take two caplets within the first hour; do not exceed two caplets in any 8- to 12-hour period; do not exceed three caplets in 24 hours. For children under 12 years: ask a doctor. Please follow as instructed on the product label.

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 using it 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 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 three or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product; take more or for a longer time than directed. Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed. Do not use: right before or after heart surgery if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. When using this product, take it with food or milk if a stomach upset occurs. It is especially important not to use naproxen sodium during the last three 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 an overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Ask a doctor before use if: 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, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke.
You are taking a diuretic
you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers or fever reducers.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: Under a doctor's care for any serious condition. You are taking any other drug.
Stop using and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding, feel faint, vomit blood, have bloody or black stools, or have stomach pain that does not get better.
You have symptoms of heart problems or stroke, chest pain, trouble breathing, weakness in one part or side of the body, slurred speech, leg swelling.
Pain worsens or lasts more than ten days, fever worsens or lasts more than three 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