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Indications - Etodolac is indicated- For acute and long-term use in the management of signs and symptoms: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis For the management of acute pain Acute gout

Dosage & Administration - Adults and over 18 years: Etodolac 300 mg capsule: 600 mg daily in 1-2 divided doses Etodolac 600 mg ER tablet: Once daily Pediatric: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 18 years have not been established.

Side Effects - The common side effects of Etodolac involve the gastrointestinal system. It can cause abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, heartburn, nausea, Gl ulcers, vomiting. Other events including abnormal renal function, anemia, dizziness, edema, elevated liver enzymes, headaches, increased bleeding time, pruritis, rashes, tinnitus etc.

Contraindications - Etodolac is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Etodolac. Etodolac should not be given to patients who have experienced asthma, urticaria or other allergic type reactions after taking Aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Others - Pregnancy & Lactation There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. It should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. It is not known whether Etodolac is excreted in human milk. A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.