Medicine Description
About Etodolac A member of pyranocarboxylic acid group of NSAID, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory. Mechanism of Action of Etodolac Etodolac is an acetic acid derivative. Etodolac produces its analgesics and anti-inflammatory actions by inhibiting Prostaglandin synthesis. It has also some COX2 selective action. So its anti-inflammatory action and the frequency of gastric irritation is less as compared to other NSAIDs. Indications for Etodolac 1. Osteoarthritis 2. Rheumatoid arthritis 3..Pain Typical Dosage for Etodolac Adult: 600mg - 1000mg / day in 2 - 3 divided doses. Pain: 200 - 400 mg 3 - 4 times daily. Maximum 1g