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Period Pain Relief (Pharmacy Action) TM
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Active ingredients: naproxen
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHARMACY ACTION PERIOD PAIN RELIEF naproxen sodium 275mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the relief of symptoms associated with periods, such as pain from menstrual cramps.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Blue coloured oval shaped film coated biconvex tablets
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 12 tablets - film coated pack
- 24 tablets - film coated pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient naproxen
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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