Compare Lodine vs. Diclofenac

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.

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Treats arthritis pain and swelling.

Zorvolex (Diclofenac) is an okay medication used to treat pain and swelling caused by arthritis. However, because of the risk of heart attack, you should limit the amount you take.

Upsides
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  • Clinical studies show that Zorvolex (Diclofenac) is better at relieving arthritis pain than acetaminophen (Tylenol).
  • Can be used as needed to treat pain and swelling.
  • Available as a generic.
Downsides
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  • You should avoid alcohol while on Zorvolex (Diclofenac) since it can increase your risk of stomach issues.
  • If you're taking it on a regular basis, you'll need to get labs done to make sure your liver and kidneys aren't being affected.
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Used for
  • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Pain Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis pain
Dosage forms
  • Pill
  • Extended release
  • Pill
Price
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Side effects
The Lodine (Etodolac) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
28possible side effects
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
    8%
  • Headache
    8%
  • Nausea
    7%
  • Urinary tract infection
    7%
  • Diarrhea
    6%
  • Nasopharyngitis
    6%
  • Constipation
    5%
  • Sinusitis
    5%
  • Osteoarthritis
    5%
  • Cough
    4%
  • Alanine aminotransferase increased
    4%
  • Abdominal pain upper
    3%
  • Vomiting
    3%
  • Back pain
    3%
  • Dyspepsia
    3%
  • Procedural pain
    3%
  • Bronchitis
    3%
  • Hypertension
    3%
  • Influenza
    3%
  • Arthralgia
    3%
  • Contusion
    3%
  • Blood creatinine increased
    2%
  • Flatulence
    2%
  • Abdominal discomfort
    2%
  • Aspartate aminotransferase increased
    2%
  • Dizziness
    2%
  • Fall
    2%
  • Abdominal pain
    2%
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Risks and risk factors
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  • Heart attack or stroke
    • History of heart problems
    • High blood pressure
    • High cholesterol
    • Diabetes
    • Being overweight or obese
    • Smoking
  • Stomach bleeding
    • History of stomach bleeding or ulcers
    • Age 65 years or older
  • Bruising or bleeding
    • Bleeding disorder
    • Taking other blood-thinning medications
  • Serious allergic reactions
    • Asthma
    • Rhinitis
    • Nasal polyps
    • Aspirin allergy
    • NSAID allergy
  • Lowers kidney function
    • Kidney problems
    • Heart failure
    • Liver disease
    • Taking diuretics
    • Taking ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
    • Age 65 or older
  • Increased blood pressure
    • History of high blood pressure
    • Taking water pills (diuretics)
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