What is the most important information I should know about Naprosyn?
• Take Naprosyn with food, milk, or an antacid to lessen stomach upset. • Do not crush or chew the extended-release forms of Naprosyn (e.g., Naprelan, EC Naprosyn, others). Swallow them whole. These are specially formulated to release slowly in the body. Ask your pharmacist if you do not know if you have an extended-release formulation. • Contact your doctor if you experience blood in vomit or bloody, black, or tarry stools. These symptoms could indicate damage to the stomach or intestines, which could be dangerous. • Many over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, and pain medicines contain aspirin or other medicines similar to Naprosyn (such as ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and others). Before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicine, talk to your doctor and pharmacist. • Patients who are taking over-the-counter Naprosyn products (Aleve) should follow the instructions on the label. Do not exceed the recommended over-the-counter doses for Naprosyn (220 milligrams twice daily) and do
