Description
All Day Pain Relief With Just 2 Pills in a Liquid Gel Form
- For long lasting relief of… Arthritis* Pain, Body Pain, Headache
- #1 Orthopedic Doctor recommended^ for minor arthritis* pain
^WKH Survey of Orthopedic Surgeons
*Minor Arthritis Pain
Just two Aleve® provide relief that can last all day. Aleve® has less frequent dosing than other branded, over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers if pain persists.
Use as directed for minor arthritis pain
Active Ingredient (in each capsule) - 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 of for longer than directed
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
- you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
• feel faint
• vomit blood
• have bloody or black stools
• have stomach pain that does not get better
- pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
- you have difficulty swallowing
- it feels like the capsule is stuck in your throat
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.
Directions:
- do not take more than directed
- the smallest effective dose should be used
- drink a full glass of water with each dose
- if taken with food, this product may take longer to work
Adults and children 12 years and older:
- take 1 capsule every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last.
- for the first dose you may take 2 capsules within the first hour.
- do not exceed 2 capsules in any 8 to 12 hour period.
- do not exceed 3 capsules in a 24 hour period.
Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor
Other Information:
- each capsule contains: Sodium 20 mg.
- store at 20 - 25 degrees Celsius (68 - 77 degrees Fahrenheit), avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
- read all directions and warnings before use.