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ETOGESIC SR
(Etodolac USP 600 mg) Sustained Release Tablet
Description
Etodolac belongs to a class of drug called non-steroidal anti
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that exhibits anti-inflammatory,
analgesic and antipyretic activities. It works by reducing the levels
of prostaglandins which are chemicals that are responsible for pain,
fever and tenderness that occur with inflammation. Studies in
human cell models have confirmed that Etodolac is selective for the
inhibition of Cox-2. Experiments shows that Etodolac is more potent
than other NSAIDs.
Composition
Each sustained release tablet contains Etodolac USP 600 mg.
Indication

Acute and long-term use in the management of signs and
symptoms of 1.
Rheumatoid arthritis including Juvenile Idiopathic
arthritis,
2.
Osteoarthritis

For the management of acute pain

Acute gout.
Dosage & Administration
Adults & Over 18 years : Etogesic 600 mg tablet once daily.
Children : For the treatment of Juvenile idiopathic Arthritis : One
tablet daily in those weighing 31 to 45 kg.
Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 6
years have not been established.
Or as directed by the physician.
Side Effects
Common side effects associated with Etodolac are disturbances of
the gut such as indigestions, diarrhoea, constipation, nausea,
vomiting or abdominal pain. Others are flatulence, stomatitis,
headache, dizziness, visual disturbances, skin rash, insomnia,
drowsiness, confusion, depression, tinnitus, oedema, dysponea,
ulceration or bleeding in the stomach or intestines, kidney & liver or
blood disorders.
Contraindication
Etodolac is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity
to Etodolac. Etodolac should be avoided by patients with a history
of asthma attacks, hives or other allergic reactions to aspirin or
other NSAIDs.
Precaution
Etodolac is used with caution in patients taking blood thinning
medications (anticoagulants), such as warfarin. It also should be
avoided by patients with peptic ulcer disease or poor kidney
function.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy : 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.
Lactation : It is not known whether Etodolac is excreted in human
milk and as such its use in nursing mothers should be avoided.
Drug Interaction
Etodolac should not be used in combination with painkilling doses of
aspirin or any other NSAID taken by mouth, e.g. ibuprofen, as this
increases the risk of side effects on the stomach and intestines.
There may be an increased risk of ulceration or bleeding from the
gut if Etodolac is taken with corticosteroids such as prednisolone.
When Etodolac is administered with ACE inhibitors, e.g. enalapril it
can reduces its antihypertensive effect.
Supply
Each box contains 2 x 10 tablets in blister strips.
Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light.
Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
* Further information is available on request.
FOR HEALTH, VIGOUR AND HAPPINESS
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Dhamrai, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
071254
Over dose
Lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting & epigastric pain etc.