Aleve, Pain Reliever Fever Reducer, 160 LiquidGels

Aleve LiquidGels

• Naproxen Sodium 220 mg (NSAID).
• All Day Strong. Strength to last 12 hours.

Temporarily Relieves minor aches and pains due to: minor pain of arthritis, backache, headache, the common cold, muscular aches, menstrual cramps and toothache. Temporarily reduces fever.

Aleve Directions:
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. If taken with food, this product may take longer to work.

Adults and Children 12 years and older:

• Take 1 capsule every 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.

Active Ingredient (in each capsule) - Purpose:
Naproxen sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200 mg) (NSAID)* - Pain reliever/fever reducer.

*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Inactive Ingredients:
FD&C blue #1, Gelatin, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Mannitol, Pharmaceutical Ink, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sorbitan, Sorbitol.

Each capsule contains: Sodium 20 mg.

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 or 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 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, high blood pressure, bleeding problems, 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 or 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 if 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 or lasts more than 10 days. Fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days. Stomach pain or upset gets worse or lasts. 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. You develop heartburn.

If pregnant or breastfeeding, 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.