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Aleve-d Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Naproxen sodium 220mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 120mg; ext-rel tabs; contains sodium 22mg/caplet.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID (arylacetic acid deriv.) + sympathomimetic.
How Supplied
Caplets—20
Manufacturer
Aleve-d Indications
Indications
Nasal congestion, sinus pressure, headache, fever, minor aches and pains.
Aleve-d Dosage and Administration
Adult
Swallow whole. Take with fluids. 1 caplet every 12hrs. Max 2 caplets/24hrs.
Children
<12yrs: not recommended.
Aleve-d Contraindications
Contraindications
Aspirin allergy. During or within 14 days of MAOIs. Immediately before or after cardiac surgery.
Aleve-d Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Aleve-d Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Increased risk of severe stomach bleeding (esp. ≥60yrs old). History of GI disorders (eg, heartburn, bleeding ulcers). Increased risk of heart attack or failure, and stroke. Hypertension. Heart disease. Recent stroke. Liver cirrhosis. Renal disease. Asthma. Dehydration. Diabetes. GU obstruction. Reevaluate if nasal congestion worsens or lasts >7 days or fever persists or worsens >3 days. Elderly. Pregnancy (esp. during ≥20 weeks), nursing mothers: not recommended.
Aleve-d Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Aleve-d Interactions
Interactions
Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs (see Contraindications). β-blockers may increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. May potentiate anticoagulants, CNS stimulants. Avoid concomitant other pain relievers. Naproxen may decrease effects of aspirin. Increased risk of GI bleed with anticoagulants, corticosteroids, other OTC or Rx NSAID-containing products (eg, ibuprofen, naproxen, others), ≥3 alcoholic drinks/day, or prolonged use. Caution with diuretics.
Aleve-d Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia; GI upset/bleed, feel faint, rash, redness, difficulty swallowing, symptoms of heart problems or stroke (eg, trouble breathing, chest pain, weakness, slurred speech, leg swelling), allergic reactions; discontinue if occur.
Aleve-d Clinical Trials
See Literature
Aleve-d Note
Not Applicable
Aleve-d Patient Counseling
See Literature
