Kroger® Naproxen Sodium Tablets - EZ Open -- 220 mg - 200 Capsules
Kroger® Naproxen Sodium Tablets - EZ Open Description
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Compare to the Active Ingredient of Aleve® Caplets
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Strength to Last 12 Hours
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Easy Open
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Naproxen Sodium USP, 220 mg (NSAID)
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Kroger's Pharmacist Recommended
Temporary relief for minor aches and pains due to:
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minor pain of arthritis
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backache
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headache
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the common cold
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muscular aches
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menstrual cramps
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toothache
Temporarily reduces fever.
Do not take more than directed. The smallest effective dose should be used. drink a full glass of water with each dose. Important: Read the directions and warnings before use.
Adults and Children 12 Years and Older: Take 1caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last. 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 12-hour period.
Children Under 12 Years: Ask a doctor.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Inactive Ingredients: FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, hypromellose,
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 other); have 3 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 or heart attack, heart failure, and stoke. These can be fatal. 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, kidney disease, asthma, or had a stroke; you are taking a diuretic; you have problems or serious side effects from taking pain relievers of fever reducers. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are: under a doctor's care for any serious condition; taking aspirin for heart attack or stroke, because naproxen may decrease this benefit of aspirin; taking any other drug. When using this product: take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. 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; you have symptoms of heart problems or stroke: chest pain; trouble breathing; weakness in one part or side of body; slurred speech; leg swelling; pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days; fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days; you have difficulty swallowing; it feels like the pill is stuck in you throat; redness or swelling is present in the painful area; any new symptoms appear. 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 complication during delivery. In case or overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
