If you have arthritis pain and it difficult to open bottles, Aleve Easy Open Arthritis Cap with Soft Grip is perfect for you! The contoured bottle fits comfortably in your hand and the Soft Grip cap is covered with a cushioned material to help give you extra traction. No need to push down before turning - just one quick twist and it is open. Aleve Easy Open Arthritis Cap with Soft Grip has received the Arthritis Foundation's Ease of Use Commendation. Strength to last 12 hours Each Caplet contains: Sodium 20mg. Temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: - common cold - headache - toothache - muscular aches - backache - menstrual cramps - minor pain of arthritis Temporarily reduces fever
Active Ingredients Naproxen Sodium 220 mg in each Capsule - Naproxen 200 mg - NSAID - Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Ingredients FD&C Blue No. 1 , Gelatin , Glycerin , Lactic Acid , Mannitol , Pharmaceutical Ink , Polyethylene Glycol , Povidone , Propylene Glycol , Purified Water , Sorbitan , Sorbitol Instructions 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 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. Store at 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) avoid high humidity and excessive heat above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Read all directions and warnings before use. Keep carton. 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 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 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 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 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 reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use if printed safety seal bearing Bayer HealthCare under cap is torn or missing.
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