Naproxen Sodium Capsule, Liquid Filled
FDA Label NDC 69452-179

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Bionpharma Inc. for the product Naproxen Sodium (NDC 69452-179). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding other, active ingredients (in each capsule), purposes, uses, allergy alert, stomach bleeding warning, heart attack and stroke warning, do not use, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Drug Facts

Do not use if printed safety seal under cap is torn or missing.

***This product is not manufactured or distributed by the owners of ALEVE ® Liquid Gels.

Manufactured for:

BIONPHARMA

600 Alexander Road,

Princeton, NJ 08540

R1120

L0000392

Purposes

Pain reliever/fever reducer

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

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

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

  • 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

  • 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
  • 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

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding

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.

Otc - Keep 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 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

Inactive Ingredients

FD&C blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, lactic acid, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol

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