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May 11, 2012 11:45PM
May 10, 2012 09:13AM
Over the counter medications like Advil, Tylenol, and other pain relieving drugs are found in many households, and are generally considered safe when used properly.
May 10, 2012 05:16AM
Teens are starting to abuse painkillers earlier in life than previously thought. Preventative methods introduced to seniors in high school are probably too late, and recent reports indicate that education should start earlier.
May 07, 2012 11:05AM
Common Cold Remedy May Not be Best
Zinc is commonly sold as a remedy for the common cold, but whether its effective is controversial. A recent review of research shed some light on this debated treatment.
May 04, 2012 05:18AM
The supplement X-Rock has been voluntarily recalled by manufacturer XROCK Industries because it contains a related version of a drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Apr 26, 2012 03:34PM
It's one of the most common, widely available and inexpensive drugs on the market. These days aspirin is being studied for its potential power to relieve a great deal more than headaches.
Apr 07, 2012 06:50AM
A Daily Dose of Aspirin Without Ulcers?
Aspirin is frequently called a "wonder pill," but many long-term users end up with painful stomach ulcers. So what if a pill could deliver the benefits of aspirin without the side effects?
Apr 03, 2012 06:14AM
Dietitians Practice What They Preach
They say if you want the best plate in the house, you should order what the chef eats. The same might be said for following the eating and health habits of registered dietitians.
Mar 20, 2012 04:46PM
Daily Aspirin to Prevent and Treat Cancer?
Aspirin has long been the go-to drug to relieve common aches and pains. Its utility is reaching new heights these days as a potential drug to prevent and possibly treat cancer. Exciting stuff!
Mar 17, 2012 06:36AM
An Aspirin a day may Take Cancer Away
Imagine that you've just been told you have cancer and you're doctor says, "Take an aspirin a day, and call me in a week." Such a scenario might not be so far-fetched if a super-powerful aspirin works in humans.
Mar 13, 2012 07:35AM
Vitamin D May Help Hay Fever Sufferers
Hay fever is a common symptom for allergy sufferers that may require steroid treatments. Adding Vitamin D may improve steroidal hay fever treatment.
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducerKeep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right awayUses
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
- asthma (wheezing)
- skin reddening
- blisters
- facial swelling
- shock
- rash
- 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 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
- asthma
- 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 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
- the risk of heart attack or stroke may increase if you use more than directed or for longer than directed
- you feel faint, vomit blood, or have bloody or black stools. These are signs of stomach bleeding.
- pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
- fever gets worse or lasts for 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 or lasts
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area
- any new symptoms appear
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 Adults and children 12 years
- take 1 caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last and older
- for the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour
- do not exceed 2 caplets in any 8- to 12-hour period
- do not exceed 3 caplets in a 24-hour period Children under 12 years
- ask a doctor
Other information
- each caplet contains: sodium 20 mg
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 40°C (104°F).
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C blue #2 lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide
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