Naproxen Sodium by Kirkland Signature 400 caplets 220 mg Non Prescription Strength

Compare Kirkland Signature™ Naproxen Sodium to the active ingredient in Aleve®

• Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
• With 8 to 12 Hour Dosing
• Fast, Long-Lasting Pain Relief

Temporarily reduces fever and relieves minor aches and pains due to:

• Minor pain of arthritis
• Muscular aches
• Backache
• Menstrual cramps
• Headache
• Toothache
• The common cold

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 and Older: Take 1 caplet every 8 to 12 hours while symptoms last. For the first dose you may take 2 caplets within the first hour. Do not take more than 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.

Active Ingredients (in each caplet):
Naproxen Sodium 220 mg (naproxen 200mg)(NSAID)* - Purpose: Pain reliever/Fever reducer.
*nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Inactive Ingredients:
Carnauba Wax, FD&C Blue No 2 Aluminum Lake, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Talc, Titanium Dioxide.

Each caplet 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 or 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 contain 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:

• Ulcers.
• Bleeding problems.
• High blood pressure.
• Heart or kidney disease.
• Taken a diuretic.
• Reached age 60 or older.
• 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.

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.
• You have difficulty swallowing.
• It feels like the pill is stuck in your throat.
• You develop heartburn.
• Stomach pain or upset gets worse or last.
• 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 complications during delivery.

Keep out of the reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.