Etodolac pour la douleur et l'inflammation

A propos de l'étodolac

What is etodolac used for?

Etodolac is a type of anti-inflammatory painkiller called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

It is used to ease pain and reduce inflammation in people with rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

How does etodolac work?

Etodolac works by blocking COX enzymes in the body. These enzymes help produce prostaglandins, chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.

When e blocks COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are made, so pain and inflammation decrease.

Side effects of etodolac

Common side effects of etodolac include:

• Indigestion.

• Heartburn (reflux).

• Douleur à l'estomac.

• Se sentir malade.

• Être malade (vomissements).

• Diarrhée.

• Constipation.

• Feeling dizzy or tired.

A full list of the side effects can be found the manufacturer's printed information leaflet supplied with the medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any side effects continue or become troublesome.

How to manage etodolac side effects

Si vous présentez d'autres symptômes qui pourraient être dus à l'étodolac, demandez conseil à votre médecin ou à votre pharmacien.

Who should not take etodolac?

Some medicines aren’t suitable for everyone. Before taking etodolac, your doctor needs to know:

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other NSAID (such as aspirin, naproxen, diclofenac, and indometacin), or to any other medicine.

• Si vous avez déjà eu des problèmes de saignement de l'estomac ou des intestins, comme un ulcère gastroduodénal ou duodénal.

• Si vous souffrez d'asthme ou de tout autre trouble allergique.

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie cardiaque ou d'un problème de vaisseaux sanguins ou de circulation.

• Si vous êtes enceinte, si vous essayez d'avoir un enfant ou si vous allaitez.

• Si vous avez déjà eu des problèmes de coagulation sanguine.

• Si vous souffrez d'un trouble inflammatoire de l'intestin tel que la maladie de Crohn ou la colite ulcéreuse.

• If you have high blood pressure.

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie du tissu conjonctif telle que le lupus érythémateux disséminé. Il s'agit d'une maladie inflammatoire également appelée lupus ou LED.

• Si vous avez des problèmes de fonctionnement du foie ou des reins.

• If you are taking any other medicines which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.

Comment prendre l'étodolac

• Read the leaflet that comes with the medicine before you start. It explains how etodolac works and lists possible side effects.

• Etodolac comes in two forms:

  • Tablets that release the medicine slowly. Usually, you take one 600 mg tablet once a day.

  • Capsules that release the medicine faster. You may take one or two 300 mg capsules a day.

• Essayez de prendre vos doses à la même heure chaque jour, cela vous aidera à vous rappeler de prendre l'étodolac régulièrement.

• Avalez le comprimé ou la gélule en entier ; ne mâchez pas, ne cassez pas les comprimés et n'ouvrez pas les gélules. La plupart des gens trouvent qu'il est plus facile d'avaler le comprimé ou la gélule avec un verre d'eau.

• Take your doses with food, such as with a snack or at a mealtime. This is because the food in your stomach will help to protect from side effects such as indigestion and stomach irritation.

• If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Tirer le meilleur parti de votre traitement

• Your doctor will prescribe the lowest dose for the shortest time to reduce side effects.

• If you need to take etodolac over a long period of time, your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine along with it to protect your stomach from irritation.

• Respectez vos rendez-vous réguliers avec votre médecin. Il pourra ainsi vérifier vos progrès.

• If you have asthma, symptoms such as wheeze or breathlessness can be made worse by etodolac. If this happens to you, you should stop taking the tablets and see your doctor as soon as possible.

• Long-term use of some anti-inflammatory painkillers can slightly increase the risk of heart or blood vessel problems. Do not take more than prescribed.

• Check with a pharmacist before taking any other medicines. Do not take etodolac with other anti-inflammatory painkillers, including some over-the-counter cold and flu remedies.

• Si vous devez subir une opération ou un traitement dentaire, indiquez à la personne chargée du traitement les médicaments que vous prenez.

Comment conserver l'étodolac

• Conservez tous les médicaments hors de la portée et de la vue des enfants.

• Conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la chaleur et de la lumière directes.

Informations importantes sur tous les médicaments

Questions fréquemment posées

How long does it take for etodolac to work?

Etodolac usually starts to reduce pain and inflammation within 1-2 hours of taking it. If you are using it regularly for conditions such as arthritis, it may take a few days to feel the full benefit.

Can you drink alcohol with etodolac?

It’s best to avoid or limit alcohol while taking etodolac. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of stomach irritation, indigestion, or bleeding, especially if you take etodolac regularly or at higher doses.

Is it safe to take etodolac during pregnancy?

Etodolac is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, as it may harm the unborn baby. Always let your doctor know if you are pregnant or are planning on becoming pregnant.

How is etodolac different to ibuprofen?

Etodolac and ibuprofen are both anti-inflammatory painkillers, but etodolac is commonly used for long-term conditions such as arthritis, whereas ibuprofen is often used for short-term pain.