Etodolac

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Etodolac Prescription Drug Information

Etodolac (By mouth)
Etodolac (e-TOE-doe-lak)

Treats pain caused by arthritis and other medical problems. This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Brand Name(s):Lodine, Etodolac, Lodine XL
There may be other brand names for Etodolac.

When Etodolac Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Etodolac if you have had an allergic reaction to etodolac, aspirin, or other pain and arthritis medicines such as ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil®, Aleve®, Bextra®, Celebrex®, Motrin®, or Vioxx®. The reaction may have included wheezing or feeling short of breath, hives, rash, or swelling in your face. Do not use Etodolac right before or right after having coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), a type of heart surgery.

How to Use Etodolac:
Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet

• Etodolac should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Ask your pharmacist for the Medication Guide if you do not have one. Your doctor might ask you to sign some forms to show that you understand this information.
• Your doctor will tell you how much of Etodolac to use and how often. Your dose may need to be changed several times in order to find out what works best for you. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• It is best to take Etodolac with food or milk so it does not upset your stomach.
• Use Etodolac for the shortest time possible and in the smallest dose possible. This will help lower the risk of side effects.
• Swallow the capsule and extended-release tablet (Lodine XL) whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

If a dose of Etodolac is missed:

• If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

How to Store and Dispose of Etodolac:

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
• Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
• Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Etodolac:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using aspirin, a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin®), or a steroid such as cortisone, dexamethasone, hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prednisone, or Orapred®. Tell your doctor if you are using methotrexate (Trexall®), or a diuretic ("water pill") such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), torsemide, Demadex®, or Lasix®.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you are using cyclosporine (Neoral®, Sandimmune®), digoxin (Lanoxin®), lithium, or phenylbutazone. Tell your doctor if you are using a blood pressure medicine such as enalapril, lisinopril, Accupril®, Atacand®, Hyzaar®, Lotrel®, or Zestril®.
• Do not use any other NSAID medicine unless your doctor says it is okay. Some other NSAIDs are aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil®, Aleve®, Celebrex®, Ecotrin®, Motrin®, or Voltaren®.

Warnings While Using Etodolac:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a history of ulcers or other stomach problems. Tell your doctor if you have bleeding problems, liver disease, or kidney disease. Make sure your doctor knows if you have asthma, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure (CHF), or other heart or circulation problems.
• Etodolac may raise your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. This is more likely in people who already have heart disease. People who use Etodolac for a long time might also have a higher risk.
• Etodolac may cause bleeding in your stomach or intestines. These problems can happen without warning signs. This is more likely if you have had a stomach ulcer in the past, if you smoke or drink alcohol regularly, if you are over 60 years old, if you are in poor health, or if you are using certain other medicines (a steroid or a blood thinner).
• Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using Etodolac. Be sure to keep all appointments.
• Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using Etodolac. Etodolac may affect the results of certain medical tests.

Possible Side Effects While Using Etodolac:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
• Blistering, peeling, red skin rash.
• Bloody or black, tarry stools.
• Change in how much or how often you urinate.
• Chest pain, shortness of breath, or coughing up blood.
• Dark-colored urine or pale stools.
• Flu-like symptoms.
• Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body.
• Pain in your lower leg (calf).
• Rapid weight gain.
• Shortness of breath, cold sweat, and bluish-colored skin.
• Skin rash or blisters with fever.
• Sudden and severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and lightheadedness.
• Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking.
• Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
• Vomiting blood or something that looks like coffee grounds.
• Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.

If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Etodolac, talk with your doctor:

• Constipation, diarrhea, gas, or upset stomach.
• Dizziness or headache.
• Mild nausea or stomach pain.
• Problems with your vision.
• Ringing in your ears.
• Sensitivity to sunlight.

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Etodolac, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088