Lodine is a common prescription medication used to reduce inflammation, swelling, and stiffness. This eMedTV segment offers a more in-depth look at the drug, including its specific uses, effects, general dosing guidelines, and more.
Common Lodine side effects may include diarrhea, weakness, or stomach pain. This page of the eMedTV archives also lists serious side effects and complications that may occur, such as allergic reactions, liver or kidney problems, and vomiting blood.
As this eMedTV segment explains, Lodine is often used for the treatment of general pain or inflammation and arthritis symptoms. This article takes a closer look at Lodine's uses, including off-label uses of the drug.
The recommended Lodine dosage for acute pain relief is 200 mg to 400 mg, taken every six to eight hours. This eMedTV page also offers dosage suggestions for treating arthritis symptoms and provides helpful hints on when and how to take Lodine.
This eMedTV page contains a list of medicines that may interact with Lodine, such as digoxin, lithium, and aspirin. This article also talks about the results of these drug interactions and how you can help protect yourself.
Women who are in their third trimester of pregnancy or are nursing should not use Lodine. This eMedTV article offers more Lodine precautions and warnings, including other people who should avoid the drug and potential side effects that may occur.
Most people do not gain weight as a side effect of Lodine. This eMedTV selection explores this topic in detail, explaining the dangers of rapid weight gain and providing diet and exercise tips for those who experience gradual weight gain.
Taking Lodine during pregnancy can potentially harm the unborn child. This eMedTV page discusses this topic in greater detail, and explains how the FDA classifies medications for use in pregnancy using a category system.
There are two generic Lodine medicines available -- Etodolac tablets and Etodolac capsules. This segment of the eMedTV archives lists the companies that currently manufacture these drugs and talks more about their uses and strengths.
