What is ETODOLAC used for?

ETODOLAC (brand name Etodolac) is a Other indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of ETODOLAC?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for ETODOLAC. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is ETODOLAC the same as Etodolac?

Etodolac is a brand name for ETODOLAC. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

ETODOLAC

Q: How does ETODOLAC work?

ETODOLAC works through the following mechanism: Pharmacodynamics Etodolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activities in animal models. The mechanism of action of etodolac, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood, but may be related to the prostaglandin synthetase inhibition. Etodolac is a racemic mixture of [-]R- and [+]S-etodolac. As with other NSAIDs, it has been demonstrated in animals that the [+]S-form is biologically active. Both enantiomers are.

Other

Brand names: Etodolac

Oral

Mechanism of Action

Pharmacodynamics Etodolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activities in animal models. The mechanism of action of etodolac, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood, but may be related to the prostaglandin synthetase inhibition. Etodolac is a racemic mixture of [-]R- and [+]S-etodolac. As with other NSAIDs, it has been demonstrated in animals that the [+]S-form is biologically active. Both enantiomers are

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• urticaria
• or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Severe
• rarely fatal
• anaphylactic-like reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients (see WARNINGS
• Anaphylactoid Reactions and PRECAUTIONS

FDA Warnings

Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal
This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS )
Etodolac tablets, 400 mg and 500 mg are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS )
Gastrointestinal Risk NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal

Known Side Effects

13 documented side effects by frequency

Headache

1-10%

Limb Pain

0.1-1%

Drug Not Working

>10%

Nausea

1-10%

Joint Pain

1-10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Shortness of Breath

1-10%

Dizziness

1-10%

Rash

1-10%

Falls

0.1-1%

Fever

0.1-1%

General Unwellness

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → ETODOLAC openFDA label JSON → ETODOLAC FAERS adverse-event reports → ETODOLAC ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of ETODOLAC

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Oral