Etodolac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etodolac is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etodolac safe for pregnant women?
Etodolac should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Etodolac safe during breastfeeding?
Etodolac may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Etodolac on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Etodolac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etodolac on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Etodolac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Etodolac only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etodolac on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Etodolac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Etodolac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etodolac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etodolac habit forming or addictive?
Etodolac does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etodolac does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Etodolac only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etodolac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Etodolac
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Etodolac and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etodolac
Consumption of alcohol and Etodolac together may have severe effects on your health.
Take one tablet of Etodolac twice a day with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Etodolac is not recommended for the children.
Yes, Etodolac may cause weight gain. It is one of serious side effect of this drug, if you experience any unusual weight gain you should consult it with your doctor and stop taking this drug until you talk to your doctor.
Yes, Etodolac is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as constipation, diarrhea, and gas. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Etodolac is used to treat gout. It provides relief from symptoms of gout such as pain, swelling, and stiffness. you are recommended to consult with your doctor before taking the drug.
Yes, you can take Etodolac with paracetamol. Fixed-Dose combinations are available in the market and used as pain-killer. You are recommended to consult with a doctor before taking this combination.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lodine® (etodolac)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204-205
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 536-538
