Nalgesin 275 mg. 10 tablets

WHAT NALGESIN AND WHAT IT IS USED
The drug Nalgesin relieves pain and inflammation and decreased the increased body temperature. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins. The tablets dissolve rapidly due to give a quick analgesic effect. It applies to short-term symptomatic treatment of pain.
Nalgesin eases:
headache and toothache;
pain in muscles, joints and spine;
migraine;
menstrual pains;
aching muscles and joints due to flu and colds.
In infectious diseases, it decreased the increased body temperature and relieving inflammation.

2. BEFORE YOU TAKE NALGESIN
Tell your doctor if you suffer from chronic or metabolic disease (problems with metabolism) if you are allergic or are taking other medications.

Do not take Nalgesin:
if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to naproxen or any of the other ingredients of Nalgezin to aspirin or other NSAIDs;
if you have ulcers or other disease of the gastrointestinal tract;
if you have had bleeding from the stomach;
while if you take other medicines to relieve pain (aspirin or NSAIDs);
more than 10 days for pain relief;
more than 3 days at elevated temperature.
You should not give the medicine to children under 12 years old unless prescribed by a doctor.

Take special care with Nalgesin:
When the painful area is red or swollen;
If you regularly take other medicines;
If you are under medical supervision as suffering from some chronic diseases;
If you had serious side effects after taking certain other medicines to relieve pain.
You should stop taking Nalgezin and to consult a doctor:
If you experience new or unexpected symptoms;
If symptoms persist or even worsen;
If you have difficulty swallowing;
If you experience heartburn or stomach pain.
Drugs such as Nalgezin may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction) or stroke. Any risk is more likely with high doses and prolonged treatment. Do not exceed the recommended dosage and duration of treatment (3 days for lowering elevated body temperature or 10 days for pain relief).
If you have heart problems, experienced a stroke or think you might be at risk of these conditions (for example if you have high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol or are a smoker) you should discuss your treatment with your doctor or pharmacist.
If you drink alcoholic beverages regularly (three or more cups a day), discuss the use of Nalgezin doctor. In combination with alcohol, Nalgezin may increase the risk of bleeding from the stomach.
If you have already taken other drugs to relieve pain or reduce fever and received urticaria (hives), swelling of the face, asthma attack or even shock, do not take Nalgezin without consulting a doctor.

Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

Interactions with other drugs can lead to increased or decrease the effects of Nalgezin or other medicines. This happens with:
other analgesics (painkillers), aspirin or other NSAIDs;
drugs containing the same active substance, naproxen;
drugs to prevent blood clotting (anticoagulants) or drugs that dissolve the existing clot (fibrinolytic);
drugs for the treatment of diabetes (sulphonylureas);
drugs for the treatment of epilepsy (derivative of hydantoin);
drugs for the treatment of high blood pressure;
drugs that enhance urine output (furosemide);
medicines to treat mental disorders (lithium);
immunosuppressants (medications that suppress the immune system) (cyclosporine);
drugs for the treatment of malignancies (methotrexate).
Taking Nalgesin with food and drink
Swallow the tablets whole with liquid. You can take them before, during or after a meal.

Pregnancy and lactation
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.
Preclinical studies in animals showed no adverse effects on pregnancy and fetal development.
Naproxen is not recommended during pregnancy. The doctor will assess whether the potential benefit to pregnant women outweigh the risks to the fetus. Therefore, during pregnancy should not take drugs only after consulting a doctor. You should not take the drug in the last trimester of pregnancy.
Breast-feeding is not recommended during treatment with Nalgezin.

Driving and using machines
It is not known naproxen have a significant impact on the ability to drive and use machines.

Important information about some of the ingredients of Nalgesin
Each tablet Nalgezin contains approximately 25 mg sodium. Keep in mind, if you are on a diet with limited salt intake.

3. HOW TO TAKE NALGESIN
Always take Nalgesin just as you have been told by your doctor. If you're not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
The usual dose is 1 tablet every 12 hours (maximum of 2 tablets per day) for as long as the symptoms are manifested.
Initially you can take a double dose: Two tablets simultaneously or second tablet after a one-hour interval.
If you are older than 65 years, if necessary, take 1 tablet every 12 hours, unless your doctor has advised you do something else. Undesirable effects may be minimized by controlling symptoms use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible period of time.
If you have the impression that the effect of the drug is too strong or too weak, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the amount Nalgesin
If you take more Nalgesin than it should consult with your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Excessive doses already prescribed, can cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, tinnitus, irritability, in more severe cases, vomiting blood (haematemesis), blood in faeces (Melena), violations of the senses breathing (respiratory) disorders, convulsions and kidney failure. In case of intentional ingestion of a large number of tablets your doctor will take appropriate measures.

If you forget to take Nalgesin
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Take Nalgesin only if necessary. Do not double doses.

If you stop taking Nalgezin
If you take it for short-term pain relief, you can stop taking it as soon as you no longer need him.

4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines Nalgesin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
May occur abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, tinnitus or swelling of the legs. All are mild side effects, but if you notice, please tell your doctor.
Very rarely can be seen bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, face swelling, urticaria (hives), asthma attack or loss of consciousness. These are serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Drugs such as Nalgezin may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack ( "myocardial infarction") or stroke.

If any of the side effects gets serious, or you notice other effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

5. HOW TO STORE NALGESIN
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not store above 25 ° C.
Do not use after the expiry date stated on the packaging.

6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Nalgesin
The active substance is naproxen sodium (naproxen sodium).
The other ingredients are povidone, microcrystalline cellulose, talc, magnesium stearate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, titanium dioxide (E 171), macrogol, indigotine (E 132).
Each tablet contains 275 mg naproxen sodium.