Precautions and Warnings With Etodolac

Before starting a new medication, you should review all of its precautions and warnings. For example, etodolac can cause certain side effects and complications, including heart attack or stroke, congestive heart failure, serious rash, and allergic reactions. Etodolac's precautions and warnings also extend to people who are allergic to any components of the drug, women who are in their third trimester of pregnancy or nursing, and people who have an active bleeding condition.

Etodolac Medication

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Etodolac?

You should talk to your healthcare provider prior to taking etodolac (Lodine^®) if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease or liver failure
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Bleeding problems or are taking a medicine that decreases the blood's ability to clot
Diabetes
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either condition
Any allergies to medicines, including aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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