Etova 400 mg contains the active ingredient Etodolac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) effective in treating osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis and in the alleviation of postoperative pain. It also relieves other types of pain, including those arising from traumatic injury and gouty conditions. The medicine effectively reduces inflammation, stiffness, swelling, and joint pain. It is released slowly, meaning you only must take one tablet daily.  

As with other NSAIDs, the lowest dose should be determined for each patient. Therefore, after observing the response to initial therapy with Etova, the dose and frequency should be adjusted per the patient’s needs. The recommended adult dose is one Etova 400 mg. The tablet should be swallowed with a glass full of water. Take the tablet before or after consuming food. Do not crush or chew the tablet.    

    —   To relieve symptoms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in patients 6 to 16. The suggested dose given orally once a day should be based on body weight.

    —   For relief of the signs of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, the recommended starting dose is 400 mg to 1000 mg, given once daily. As with other NSAIDs, the lowest effective dose should be determined for each patient.

Etova 400 mg is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Edolac. It is not recommended for patients who have experienced urticaria, asthma, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Medicines like Etova may be associated with a small increased heart attack or stroke risk. Any risk is more likely with high doses and prolonged treatment. Do not exceed the recommended dose and duration of treatment. If you have heart problems or a previous stroke, you might be at risk of high blood pressure and high cholesterol or are a smoker. 

Etodolac is not recommended for use in children. Certain medications may interact with Etova 400 mg. These may include blood thinner (warfarin), aspirin, medicines for heart problems (digoxin), medicines for mental problems (lithium), medicines for psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis, corticosteroids (prednisone), drugs to control high blood pressure, quinolone antibiotics (ciprofloxacin), other NSAIDs (diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen), a drug to induce abortion in the last twelve days, and ciclosporin, following transplantation.  

The most serious side effects that may occur with Etova 400 mg are serious allergic or hypersensitivity reactions, kidney failure, pancreas inflammation, liver failure, and aseptic meningitis. In patients taking NSAIDs, including Etova, the most frequently reported side effects are constipation, dyspepsia, diarrhoea, flatulence, vomiting, nausea, constipation, gastrointestinal ulcers, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal ulcers. Other events include dizziness, anaemia, asthenia, infections, rhinitis, tinnitus, pharyngitis,  rashes, hypertension, oedema,  pruritus,  and increased bleeding time.  

If you get any side effects, speak to your doctor. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this medication guide.