Naprosyn Pain Relief 250 mg gastro-resistant tablets provide long-lasting anti-inflammatory relief for short-term back, muscle and joint pain. One dose delivers up to 12 hours of uninterrupted relief so you can move more comfortably and get on with your day.

Each tablet contains naproxen, a proven Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) that tackles pain at the source and eases key signs of inflammation, including swelling, heat, redness and reduced movement.

Use Naprosyn Pain Relief to relieve lower back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis and other everyday musculoskeletal strains. The gastro-resistant coating helps protect the stomach by allowing the tablet to dissolve further down in the intestine.

Active ingredient: Naproxen 250mg tablets.

Other ingredients:

• Tablet Core: Povidone, Croscarmellose sodium, Magnesium stearate, Water.
• Tablet Coating: Methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer, Purified talc, Sodium hydroxide, Triethyl citrate.
• Printing Ink: Iron oxide black (E172), Shellac, Propylene glycol, Isopropyl alcohol, Ammonium hydroxide, N Butyl alcohol

Adults 18 to 50 years: Swallow whole with or after food. Do not crush or chew.

Day 1: Take two tablets then one tablet six to eight hours later if needed. Naprosyn

Days 2 and 3: Take one tablet every six to eight hours if needed. Naprosyn

Maximum three tablets in 24 hours. Do not use for more than three days without medical advice.

Do not use if:

• you are allergic to naproxen, aspirin other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines or any ingredient in this medicine.
• you have or have had stomach or intestinal ulcers, bleeding or perforation or if you have previously reacted to NSAIDs.
• you have severe heart, kidney or liver problems or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
• you are pregnant, breastfeeding or are trying to conceive.
• you are taking other NSAIDs, including ibuprofen or aspirin. Ask a pharmacist before use if you take anticoagulants, oral corticosteroids, SSRIs or antiplatelet medicines.

Stop and seek urgent help if you have signs of an allergic reaction, breathing difficulty, facial swelling, chest pain, black stools, vomiting blood or severe stomach pain.

Common effects include indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, dizziness, headache dizziness and skin rash.

Other effects can include ringing in the ears, changes to vision, tiredness, thirst and swelling of hands, feet or legs.

Serious effects are rare but include gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer or perforation, severe allergic reactions, bronchospasm, liver or kidney problems, heart attack or stroke. Stop use and seek medical advice if serious effects occur. Report suspected side effects through the Yellow Card Scheme.