Lodine: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs are products that are widely used in clinical practice. Although the effect is very effective, side effects are also very likely if used incorrectly, one of the most commonly used NSAIDs is Lodine. So what does Lodine do?

1. What does Lodine do?

What does Lodine do? In fact, Etodolac is the active ingredient of the drug Lodine, which is used to relieve pain in many different diseases. Lodine is specifically for the relief of pain, swelling and stiffness in arthritis. Lodine is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are being treated for a chronic condition such as arthritis, talk to your doctor about non-pharmacological treatments and/or other medications for pain before taking Lodine.

2. How to use Lodine

Take Lodine by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually 2 or 3 times a day with plenty of water (about 240 ml). After taking Lodine, the patient should not lie down immediately for at least 10 minutes. To prevent stomach upset, patients should take Lodine after meals or with antacids.
The dose of Lodine depends on the pain and the response to the drug. To limit the risk of stomach bleeding and other side effects, patients should take Lodine at the lowest effective dose, for the shortest time possible, do not increase the dose or use Lodine more often. appoint a doctor.
If you are being treated for chronic arthritis, continue taking Lodine as prescribed by your doctor. If Lodine is used only when needed (not on a specific schedule), pain relievers are most effective when taken at the time the first signs of pain appear. If you wait until the pain gets worse, Lodine may not work.
For pain caused by certain medical conditions (such as arthritis), Lodine may take up to 2 weeks of continuous use to get full benefit.

3. Side effects of the drug Lodine

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (including Lodine) may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. This effect can occur at any time while taking the drug, but is more likely to occur if the drug has been used for a long time.
The risk is higher in older people, with heart disease or heart disease risk (such as from smoking, family history of cardiovascular disease, hypertension or diabetes). Do not take Lodine immediately before or after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
Lodine can cause serious (rarely fatal) gastrointestinal bleeding. This effect can occur without warning while taking Lodine , the risk is especially higher in the elderly.
Stop taking Lodine and get medical help right away if you notice any of these rare but serious side effects:
Black or tarry stools; Stomach pain, persistent abdominal pain; The vomit looks like coffee grounds; Chest pain that radiates to the jaw or down the left arm; Shortness of breath; Unusual sweating; Confusion; Weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, sudden vision changes.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the benefits and risks of using Lodine.
Some other side effects of Lodine include:
Abdominal discomfort; Nausea; Diarrhea; Sleepy; Dizziness may occur. If any of Lodine side effects persist or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.
Lodine can cause high blood pressure so take your blood pressure regularly and let your doctor know if the results are high.
Other less common serious side effects of Lodine include:
Easy bruising/bleeding; Difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing; Hearing changes (such as tinnitus); Mental/mood changes; signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine); Unexplained stiff neck; Vision changes; Symptoms of heart failure (such as swollen ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, unusual/sudden weight gain). Lodine can cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Call your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage, including: Dark urine, persistent nausea/vomiting/loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellowing eyes/skin.

4. Some notes when using Lodine

Before taking Lodine, you should tell your doctor about any allergies you have to etodolac, aspirin or other NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib) and all other allergies. Lodine medicinal products may contain inactive ingredients and cause allergic reactions or other problems.
Before treatment with Lodine, the patient should tell the doctor and pharmacist his medical history, especially:
Asthma (including a history of difficulty breathing after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs); Blood diseases (such as anemia, blood clotting disorders); Nasal polyps: Cardiovascular disease (such as previous angina); High Blood Pressure; Liver failure; Stroke ; Gastrointestinal problems (such as bleeding, heartburn, ulcers). Kidney problems can sometimes occur with the use of NSAIDs, including Lodine. This condition is more likely if the patient is dehydrated, has heart failure, has a history of kidney disease, is elderly, or is taking certain medications.
Lodine can cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol and tobacco, especially when combined with medication can increase the risk of bleeding, so limit alcohol, stop smoking and consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information. information. Lodine may make you more sensitive to the sun. Accordingly, patients need to limit time in the sun, avoid tanning, apply sunscreen daily and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
Older adults are at increased risk of stomach/intestinal bleeding, kidney problems, heart attack and stroke when using Lodine .
Before using Lodine, women of childbearing age should discuss the benefits and risks with their doctor and inform the doctor if the patient is pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Lodine products can harm an unborn baby and cause problems with normal delivery. Therefore Lodine is not recommended for use between 20 weeks and delivery.
If the doctor decides to give Lodine to the patient between the 20th and 30th weeks of pregnancy, the lowest effective dose should be prescribed for the shortest possible time. Pregnant women from the 30th week of pregnancy are contraindicated with Lodine.

5. Lodine drug interactions

Products that may interact with Lodine include:
Aliskiren; ACE inhibitors (such as captopril, lisinopril); Angiotensin II receptor blockers; Cidofovir; Corticosteroids (such as prednisone); Lithium; Diuretics (such as furosemide). Lodine may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with other medicines that can also cause bleeding, for example, antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, anticoagulants such as dabigatran/enoxaparin/warfarin.
Check all prescription and nonprescription drug labels carefully as many medicines contain pain relievers/fever reducers (such as aspirin, NSAIDs such as celecoxib, ibuprofen or ketorolac). These drugs are similar to etodolac and may increase the risk of side effects if taken together. However, if your doctor has directed you to take low-dose aspirin to prevent a heart attack or stroke (usually at doses of 81 to 325 mg per day), you should continue to take aspirin unless your doctor instructs you to do so. other.
Lodine can interfere with some laboratory tests and cause erroneous results, so it is important to ensure that laboratory staff and all physicians know the patient is taking Lodine .
Lodine overdose symptoms may include: severe epigastric pain, shortness of breath, extreme drowsiness. Laboratory tests or medical examinations (eg, blood pressure measurement, complete blood count, liver/kidney function) should be performed periodically to monitor disease progression or detect drug side effects. Lodine . If the patient has arthritis, lifestyle changes (eg, weight loss if overweight, strengthening/conditioning exercises) may help improve the patient's flexibility and joint function.
Lodine drug with active ingredient is Etodolac used to relieve pain in many different diseases. Lodine is specifically for the relief of pain, swelling and stiffness in arthritis. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.

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Reference source: webmd.com