Etodolac Tablet 200mg (Non-Crystallized Etodolac)

Adult dose

Acute symptoms: Adults: Take 200-400mg of etodolac orally 3-4 times daily (every 6-8 hours). Chronic symptoms: As the initial dose, take 800-1200mg per day orally in 2-4 divided doses; as the maintenance dose, take 600-1200mg per day orally in 2-4 divided doses. Do not exceed 1200mg per day. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This drug may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol a day; therefore, you must consult with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system and increase the risk of myocardial infarction or stroke, so caution is especially required for those with cardiovascular disease or risk factors. This drug can cause serious adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases should be particularly careful. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcers or bleeding, those allergic to any component of this drug, or those with hypersensitivity to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take this medication. Patients with progressive kidney disease or poor liver function, low blood pressure, heart failure, or fluid retention need careful monitoring when using this drug. This medication may cause various side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, headache, skin rash, and allergic reactions; if unusual symptoms arise, you should consult healthcare professionals immediately. It is safest to take this medication for the minimum effective dose and the shortest duration; long-term use requires regular blood tests and monitoring of liver and kidney function. This drug should be avoided during pregnancy, especially in the late term, as it may pose risks to the fetus. If you are breastfeeding, you should either discontinue breastfeeding or stop taking this medication due to the possibility of it being excreted in breast milk. Safety and effectiveness of this medication in children have not been established, and dose adjustments and careful administration are necessary for elderly patients. In case of overdose, gastrointestinal bleeding, drowsiness, vomiting, and in severe cases, coma may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment; there is no specific antidote. This drug should be kept out of reach of children, and care must be taken not to transfer it to another container as it may affect the quality.

gastrointestinal bleeding, nausea, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, loss of appetite, hepatitis, jaundice, belching, elevated liver enzymes, heartburn, dyspepsia, bloating, abdominal pain, gastrointestinal cramps, abdominal gas accumulation, constipation, gastritis, bloody stools, thirst, dry mouth, ulcerative stomatitis, melena, vomiting, esophagitis accompanied by stenosis or pyloric muscle spasm, colitis, ischemic or ulcerative colitis, colon ulcers, membrane colitis, pancreatitis, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, nervousness, anxiety, depression, weakness, lethargy, somnolence, paralysis, coma, sensory disturbances, confusion, itching, rash, angioedema, sweating, urticaria, vesicular rash, subcutaneous vasculitis accompanied by purpura, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hyperpigmentation, erythema multiforme, hair loss, skin desquamation, maculopapular rash, photosensitivity, nipple necrosis, chills, fever, fatigue, weakness, discomfort, allergic reactions, anaphylactic reactions, infections, dysuria, frequent urination, renal failure, renal insufficiency, renal papillary necrosis, cystitis, hematuria, leukorrhea, kidney stones, interstitial nephritis, irregular uterine bleeding, blurred vision, lifespan, tinnitus, photophobia, transient visual disturbances, conjunctivitis, hearing loss, taste disturbance, hypotension, hypertension, congestive heart failure, flushing, tachycardia, palpitations, syncope, vasculitis, petechiae, anemia, thrombocytopenia, prolonged bleeding time, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, neutropenia, pancytopenia, arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, fluid retention, cerebrovascular accident, asthma, bronchitis, dyspnea, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, venous thrombophlebitis, edema, elevated serum creatinine, weight changes, hyperglycemia, drowsiness, phenomena, ectopic pain, epigastric pain, respiratory depression, coma

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container, protected from light and air, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain its efficacy and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Brown oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle