Question 1

can etodolac be used for pain?

Accepted Answer

Etodolac: Etodolac tablets, capsules, and extended-release (long-acting) tablets are used to relieve pain, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints) and rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints). Etodolac tablets and capsules are also used to relieve pain from other causes.

Question 2

please describe the medication: etodolac?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

is etodolac used for treating fibromyalgia?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Etodolac is an antiinflammatory medication. I have not found that this class of medications is particularly useful for fibromyalgia.

Question 4

does etodolac  cause depression?

Accepted Answer

Not often: Depression has been reported as a side effect of etodolac (Lodine) in less than 3% and more than 1% of cases.

Question 5

what's the prescription etodolac?

Accepted Answer

Lodine (etodolac) SR: Etodolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication that is used to treat pain, fever & inflammation. It is specifically indicated for treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It's brand name is Lodine (etodolac) sr.

Question 6

is etodolac 400mg effective for arthritus?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Some people respond well with etodolac.

Question 7

can i take etodolac and skelaxin (metaxalone)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no interactions between the two.

Question 8

are there any differences between etodolac and celecoxib?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Etodolac is a nonselective NSAID and has a greater chance of causing GI bleeding.  Celecoxib is a cox-2 inhibitor and is safer for the lining of the stomach.

Question 9

what are signs and symptoms of a lodine (etodolac) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: It is difficult to overdose with iodine from food supplements. You need greater than 1 gram of consumtion. Usually whe taking too much of a synthetic source. Symptoms can include burning sensation in mouth , throat, stomach. Nausea and vomiting with stomach pains. Weak pulse, diarrhea and coma.

Question 10

is it bad that i'm having chest pains after taking etodolac 400mg?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, maybe not: Etodolac commonly causes belly pain, not chest pain. Better have it checked out. You're not getting any younger.

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