Aleve Cold & Sinus FAQs
Cold & Sinus FAQs
Aleve
Cold & Sinus FAQs
Does
Aleve Cold & Sinus contain PPA (Phenylpropanolamine)?
No, Aleve Cold & Sinus does not contain PPA
(Phenylpropanolamine).
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How
does Aleve Cold & Sinus work?
Aleve Cold & Sinus contains naproxen sodium
and extended release pseudoephedrine. Naproxen sodium
is an effective long acting analgesic that reduces headache,
bodyache, nonspecific aches and pains, and fever that
may result from a cold. The pseudoephedrine is an extended
release decongestant and works by promoting sinus drainage,
decreasing swelling of the nasal mucosa, and reducing
sinus pressure. As a result, Aleve Cold & Sinus
can provide all day relief of many cold symptoms.
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How
does Aleve Cold & Sinus last up to 12 hours?
Aleve Cold & Sinus lasts up to 12 hours
because naproxen sodium is an inherently long acting
pain medication and the pseudoephedrine component is
specially formulated to provide extended relief for
up to 12 hours.
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Does
Aleve Cold & Sinus cause drowsiness?
No. Aleve Cold & Sinus is a non-drowsy formulation.
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What
are the active ingredients in Aleve Cold & Sinus?
There are two active ingredients: naproxen sodium
220 mg and pseudoephedrine 120 mg.
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What
is naproxen sodium?
Naproxen sodium is an analgesic and is indicated
for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains due
to the common cold, for the temporary reduction of fever,
and for the relief of other types of pain.
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What
is the difference between naproxen sodium and aspirin?
Although they are chemically unrelated, naproxen
sodium and aspirin are similar in their mechanisms of
action and side effects. Both are analgesics that relieve
pain and both relieve fevers.
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Can
Aleve and Aleve Cold & Sinus be taken together?
Consult your health care professional.
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What
are the side effects of Aleve Cold & Sinus?
Aleve Cold & Sinus was well tolerated in
clinical studies. Some of the side effects that may
occur include: dizziness, dry mouth, insomnia, and headache.
If you have heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid
disease, diabetes, trouble urinating due to an enlarged
prostate gland, or have had serious side effects from
other pain relievers/fever reducers then you must consult
your physician prior to using Aleve Cold & Sinus.
For complete information, please review the consumer
labeling leaflet in each package.
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Cold & Sinus FAQs
What
is nasal congestion?
Nasal congestion results from inflammation of the
lining of the nasal passages. It is caused by a swelling
of the blood vessels, excess fluid in the tissues, and
an increased secretion of mucus.
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What
causes nasal congestion?
Congestion of the membrane lining of the nasal passages
results most commonly from upper respiratory infections
caused by a wide variety of viruses, i.e., the common
cold. It may also be caused by pollens and other irritants
in the air.
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What
is sinus pressure?
Pressure in the sinuses results from an accumulation
of fluids and a swelling of the blood vessels in the mucous
membrane lining of the sinuses.
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What
is the difference between having a cold and having sinus
pressure?
Sinus pressure may be one of the many symptoms of
the common cold. In addition to sinus pressure, symptoms
of a cold may include nasal congestion, headache, minor
body aches and fever.
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How
long will my cold symptoms last?
A cold usually lasts approximately 7 days. Clinical
signs and symptoms are nonspecific and may include: sinus
pressure, minor body aches, headache, nasal and sinus
congestion, and fever. If after 2 or 3 days of treatment,
symptoms do not improve or become more intense, you should
consult your physician.
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How
can I prevent a cold?
If possible, one should avoid close, prolonged exposure
to persons who have colds.
Handwashing is the most effective way to prevent colds.
Daily diets should include foods such as fresh, dark-colored
fruits and vegetables, which are rich in antioxidants
and other important food chemicals that help boost the
immune system. Viruses causing the cold can survive up
to three hours outside the nasal passages on inanimate
objects and skin. Therefore, cleaning household surfaces
with disinfectant might help prevent spread of infection.
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Is
my cold contagious?
Yes. Colds are caused by more than 200 different viruses.
These viruses are spread by person-to-person contact through
contaminated secretions on the fingers and hands, and
through particles in the air from sneezing and coughing.
