Doses - ETODOLAC

Dogs:

a) For treatment of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis: 10 - 15 mg/kg POonce daily. Dogs less than 5 kg cannot be accurately dosed with EtoGesic®. Adjustdose to obtain satisfactory response, but do not exceed 15 mg/kg. For long termtherapy, reduce dose level to minimum effective dosage. (Package Insert;
EtoGesic®¯Fort Dodge)
Monitoring Parameters - Efficacy and adverse effects
Client Information - Because etodolac is a new drug for use in dogs, clients should be cautionedto monitor and report any significant change in the animal's health to the veterinarian.
Dosage Forms/Preparations/FDA Approval Status - Veterinary-Approved Products:
Etodolac 150 mg and 300 mg scored tablets in bottles of 100 & 250; EtoGesic® (Fort Dodge);(Rx) Approved for use in dogs.

Human-Approved Products:

Etodolac 200 mg, 300 mg oral capsules and 400 mg, 500mg tablets; Lodine® (Wyeth-Ayerst); Rx