Naproxen and pseudoephedrine
Generic name: naproxen and pseudoephedrine [ na-PROX-en-and-soo-doe-e-FED-rin ]
Brand names: Aleve Cold and Sinus, Aleve Sinus & Headache, Aleve-D Sinus & Cold, Sudafed PSE, Aleve Sinus and Headache,
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Dosage form: oral tablet, extended release (220 mg-120 mg)
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
What is naproxen and pseudoephedrine?
Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant.
Naproxen and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat stuffy nose, sinus congestion, headache, fever, and minor aches and pains caused by the common cold or flu.
Naproxen and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Naproxen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use naproxen and pseudoephedrine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Naproxen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Before taking this medicine
Naproxen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Naproxen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using naproxen, especially in older adults.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to naproxen or pseudoephedrine, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
Do not use naproxen and pseudoephedrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine,
