Cold & Flu Treatment Over the Counter Print Facts on Aleve-D Sinus and Cold Medically reviewed by Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD on June 30, 2015 Sanja Jelic, MD is board-certified in sleep medicine, critical care medicine, pulmonary disease, and internal medicine. Learn about our Medical Review Board Sanja Jelic, MD Written by facebook twitter linkedin Written by Kristina Duda, RN Kristina Duda, BSN, RN, CPN has been working in healthcare since 2002. She specializes in pediatrics and disease and infection prevention. Learn about our editorial policy Kristina Duda, RN Updated on July 05, 2019 Cecile Lavabre/Getty Images More in Cold & Flu Treatment Over the Counter Prevention Symptoms Common Cold Flu Related Illnesses Aleve Cold and Sinus is now called Aleve-D Sinus and Cold. It is one treatment option when you want a long-lasting medication that will help relieve pain and congestion. It combines a fever reducer/pain reliever with a decongestant to help with these symptoms. It is available behind the pharmacy counter, without a prescription, because it contains pseudoephedrine. Active Ingredients In each caplet: Naproxen sodium 220mg (pain reliever/fever reducer)Pseudoephedrine HCl 120mg, extended release (nasal decongestant) Dosage and Directions Adults and children over 12 years old: 1 caplet every 12 hours, not to exceed 2 caplets in 24 hours Children under 12 years should not take this product unless directed to do so by a doctor Directions:Swallow whole, do not crush or chew.Drink a full glass of water with each dose. Uses Helps relieve cold and flu symptoms including sinus pressure and pain, minor body aches and pains, headaches, nasal and sinus congestion, and fever. Side Effects Naproxen sodium may cause severe allergic reactions which may include: HivesFacial swellingAsthma or wheezingShock Other adverse effects caused by naproxen can include abdominal pain, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, GI bleeding, perforation, ulcers, headache, or dizziness. Pseudoephedrine can cause: Confusion or nervous feelingHeadachesNausea or vomitingLoss of appetiteAtrial fibrillation or premature ventricular beats (abnormal heart rhythms)High blood pressureShakingRestlessnessInsomnia Warnings Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other pain reliever/fever reducer. Do not use if you are now taking a medication known as an MAOI or for two weeks after stopping an MAOI. If you are not sure, contact your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. May cause stomach bleeding.Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, contact Poison Control or go to an Emergency Room immediately. Ask a Doctor Before Use If... You consume more than 3 alcoholic beverages a day. It may increase the risk of stomach bleedingYou have heart diseaseYou have high blood pressureYou have thyroid diseaseYou have diabetesYou have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate glandYou have had serious side effects from any pain reliever or fever reducerYou are pregnant or breastfeeding. It may cause problems in an unborn child if taken during the third trimester of pregnancy Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If... An allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediatelyYou get nervous, dizzy or sleeplessYou have nasal congestion that lasts more than 7 daysYour symptoms continue or get worseYou have trouble swallowing or you feel like the caplet is stuck in your throatNew or unexpected symptoms occurYou have stomach pain that begins while taking this product or mild stomach problems that do not go awayYou have a fever that lasts longer than 3 days Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Looking to avoid getting the flu? Our free guide has everything you need to stay healthy this season. Sign up and get yours today. Sign Up You're in! Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. What are your concerns? Other Inaccurate Hard to Understand Submit Article Sources Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial policy to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. "Aleve D Sinus & Cold". MedScape. 26 Jun 15. "Aleve D" Products. Aleve 2014. Bayer Healthcare LLC. 4 Jun 15. Continue Reading