Etodolac (Generic) Capsules, 300-mg, 1 capsule

Specifications

Uses

Etodolac capsules are indicated for temporary and long-term use in the management of signs and symptoms of Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis. It is also used for the management of acute pain.

Possible Side Effects

Etodolac has the same major concerns as all other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: stomach ulceration, loss of kidney function and inappropriate bleeding. Etodolac may also cause dry eye. Idiosyncratic liver toxicity is possible, though extremely rare. These side effects are dependent on the dose and on risk factors of the animal.

Drug & Food Interactions

Etodolac capsules are not for use in pets with known allergy to etodolac or other ingredients in etodolac capsules.

Precautions

Etodolac capsules cannot be expected to substitute for corticosteroids or to treat corticosteroid insufficiency. Abrupt discontinuation of corticosteroids may lead to disease exacerbation. Patients on prolonged corticosteroid therapy should have their therapy tapered slowly if a decision is made to discontinue corticosteroids. The pharmacological activity of etodolac capsules in reducing fever and inflammation may diminish the utility of these diagnostic signs in detecting complications of presumed noninfectious, painful conditions.