Etodolac
Postoperative Pain, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spasm + 9 more
Treatment
5 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Etodolac
Treatment for
Postoperative Pain
What is Etodolac
Etodolac
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Etodolac is a type of anti-inflammatory drug used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. It works by blocking the production of a type of chemical called prostaglandin and is typically prescribed to treat rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Lodine
is the brand name
Etodolac Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Lodine
Etodolac
1993
213
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Etodolac, also known as Lodine, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses which include Osteoarthritis (OA) and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) .
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
Juvenile arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Effectiveness
How Etodolac Affects Patients
Etodolac is a medication used to treat osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and acute pain. It works by blocking the body's production of chemicals that cause fever, pain, swelling, and inflammation. Etodolac comes in two forms - the S-form, which is active, and the R-form, which is inactive. It is stable and neither form will turn into the other when taken by the body.
How Etodolac works in the body
Etodolac is an anti-inflammatory drug that works by blocking the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX). This stops the formation of inflammatory molecules, called prostaglandins, which can cause swelling and pain. Etodolac has a special ability to target COX-2 more than COX-1. It also works on the hypothalamus, a part of the brain, to reduce fever.
When to interrupt dosage
The advised measure of Etodolac is contingent upon the diagnosed state, including Acute Pain, Heartburn and Pain. The amount of dosage is also contingent upon the mode of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet, film coated) specified in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Spinal Disorders
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Chronic Back Pain
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Collagen Diseases
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Postoperative Pain
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Spasm
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Juvenile arthritis
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Osteoarthritis
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Acute Pain
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Heartburn
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Stomach Ulcer
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Pain
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Rheumatoid Arthritis
, 400.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 600.0 mg
, Tablet, film coated, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, coated, Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Kit - Oral, Kit
Warnings
Etodolac has three prescribed contraindications, so it should not be taken when confronting circumstances in the table below.
Etodolac Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Etodolac may interact with Pulse Frequency
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Etodolac may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Etodolac.
Common Etodolac Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Macimorelin
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Macimorelin can be decreased when used in combination with Etodolac.
Methotrexate
Major
The serum concentration of Methotrexate can be increased when it is combined with Etodolac.
Mifamurtide
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Mifamurtide can be decreased when used in combination with Etodolac.
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Etodolac is combined with Neomycin.
Omacetaxine mepesuccinate
Major
The risk or severity of bleeding can be increased when Etodolac is combined with Omacetaxine mepesuccinate.
Etodolac Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Taking a selective COX-2 inhibitor may put some patients at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Etodolac might also raise blood pressure and cause swelling and fluid retention. There is a risk of stomach issues such as bleeding, ulcers and holes in the stomach, as well as direct kidney injury. Severe skin reactions like exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis have been reported. Milder side effects may include abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, edema, liver problems
Etodolac Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Etodolac?
129 active trials are being conducted to assess the capability of Etodolac in relieving Osteoarthritis (OA), spinal disorders and gastrointestinal ulceration.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Postoperative Pain
19 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable
Juvenile arthritis
8 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3
Acute Pain
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Osteoarthritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Stomach Ulcer
0 Actively Recruiting
Collagen Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Heartburn
12 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable
Spasm
0 Actively Recruiting
Spinal Disorders
0 Actively Recruiting
Pain
0 Actively Recruiting
Rheumatoid Arthritis
55 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1
Chronic Back Pain
5 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Etodolac Reviews: What are patients saying about Etodolac?
5
Patient Review
7/27/2020
Etodolac for Pain
5
Patient Review
2/14/2020
Etodolac for Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
5
Patient Review
1/19/2017
Etodolac for Pain
5
Patient Review
1/2/2015
Etodolac for Pain
5
Patient Review
10/22/2015
Etodolac for Pain
4.7
Patient Review
4/16/2015
Etodolac for Rheumatoid Arthritis
4.7
Patient Review
12/20/2017
Etodolac for Pain
4.7
Patient Review
10/30/2022
Etodolac for Pain
4.3
Patient Review
9/11/2015
Etodolac for Inflammation of the Tendon
3
Patient Review
11/14/2017
Etodolac for Pain
3
Patient Review
12/30/2018
Etodolac for Rheumatic Disease causing Pain & Stiffness in Backbone
2.7
Patient Review
7/7/2015
Etodolac for Pain
2.7
Patient Review
8/17/2015
Etodolac for Inflammation of the Tendon
2.3
Patient Review
2/20/2019
Etodolac for Inflammation of the Sac Surrounding the Joint - Bursitis
2.3
Patient Review
11/19/2017
Etodolac for Inflammation of the Tendon
2
Patient Review
11/28/2016
Etodolac for Pain
Patient Q&A Section about etodolac
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What are the side effects of etodolac?
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The following are symptoms of an allergy: constipation, diarrhea, gas or bloating, vomiting, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, runny nose, or watery eyes."
Answered by AI
Is etodolac stronger than ibuprofen?
"A double-blind study comparing etodolac and ibuprofen was conducted with 1,446 patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The patients were given either 150 mg of etodolac twice daily, 500 mg of etodolac twice daily, or 600 mg of ibuprofen four times daily. The study found that both dosages of etodolac were similar in effectiveness to the ibuprofen dosage."
Answered by AI
Is etodolac the same as naproxen?
"Do etodolac and naproxen (Aleve) work in the same way? Both etodolac and naproxen (Aleve) are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and they work by reducing pain and inflammation. Etodolac is only available with a prescription and naproxen (Aleve) is available with or without a prescription (over-the-counter)."
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