Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Etodolac?
The etodolac label does not give a waiting time after a dose. It lists alcohol use as a factor that raises the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers with NSAIDs like etodolac, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before drinking at all.
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The DailyMed label we read is for etodolac extended-release tablets. Its boxed warning says NSAIDs raise the risk of serious stomach and intestinal problems, including bleeding, ulceration and perforation, which can be fatal.
In the warnings, the label lists factors that raise the risk of stomach bleeding with NSAIDs. These include corticosteroids or anticoagulants, longer treatment, smoking, use of alcohol, older age and poor general health. The Medication Guide also lists “drinking alcohol” among the things that raise the risk of an ulcer or bleeding.
Is there a safe wait time?
We found no official source that gives a number of hours or days to wait after a dose. The label we read does not set one. Etodolac comes in regular and extended-release forms, so the person who prescribed it is the one to ask.
Other NSAIDs
NIAAA also lists stomach upset, bleeding and ulcers as possible reactions when alcohol is mixed with common NSAID pain relievers and arthritis drugs. NIAAA says your pharmacist or other health care provider can help you work out which of your medicines interact harmfully with alcohol.
If you have had a stomach ulcer or bleeding before, or you take blood thinners or steroids, tell your doctor before you drink. You can see how much alcohol is in a drink with our standard drink calculator.
People also ask
How long after etodolac can I drink alcohol?
The label gives no waiting time. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice that fits your dose and product.
Why is alcohol a problem with etodolac?
The label lists alcohol use as a factor that increases the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers with NSAIDs.
Is etodolac the same as ibuprofen?
Both are NSAIDs, and NIAAA lists stomach bleeding and ulcers as possible reactions when alcohol is mixed with NSAIDs.
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