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What is Lodine and why is it prescribed? Lodine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug available in regular and extended-release forms (Lodine XL). Both forms are used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Regular Lodine is also used to relieve pain in other situations. You should have frequent checkups with your doctor if you take Lodine regularly. Ulcers or internal bleeding can occur without warning. How should you take Lodine? Follow your doctors directions for taking Lodine. Your doctor may ask you to take Lodine with food or an antacid, and with a full glass of water. Never take it on an empty stomach. You should see results in 1 to 2 weeks. If you are using Lodine for arthritis, it should be taken regularly. If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never try to "catch up" by doubling the dose. Store Lodine at room temperature. Protect capsules from moisture. Protect Lodine tablets from light. Are there any Lodine side effects? Lodine side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Lodine side effects may include abdominal pain, black stools, blurred vision, chills, constipation, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, fever, gas, increased frequency of urination, indigestion, itching, nausea, nervousness, rash, ringing in ears, painful or difficult urination, vomiting, and weakness. Less common or rare Lodine side effects may include abdominal bleeding, abnormal intolerance of light, anemia, asthma, blood disorders, congestive heart failure, dry mouth, fainting, flushing, hepatitis and other liver problems, high blood pressure, high blood sugar in some diabetics, hives, inability to sleep, inflamed blood vessels, inflammation of mouth or upper intestine, kidney problems, including kidney failure, loss of appetite, peptic ulcer, rapid heartbeat, rash, severe allergic reactions, skin disorders including increased pigmentation, sleepiness, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, sweating, swelling, thirst, visual disturbances, and yellowed skin and eyes. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Lodine? If Lodine is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Lodine with Aspirin, Cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral), Digoxin (Lanoxin), Lithium (Lithobid, others), Methotrexate, Phenylbutazone (Butazolidin), or The blood-thinning drug warfarin (Coumadin). Are there any special warnings about Lodine? Peptic ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning. You may have other problems with bleeding as well. Call your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms of stomach or intestinal ulcers or bleeding, blurred vision or other eye problems, skin rash, weight gain, or fluid retention and swelling. Lodine should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease. Lodine can cause liver inflammation in some people. Do not take aspirin or any other anti-inflammatory medications while taking Lodine, unless your doctor tells you to do so. If you are taking Lodine over an extended period of time, your doctor should check your blood for anemia. Lodine can increase water retention. Use with caution if you have heart disease or high blood pressure. |
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