APO 040 Pill — WHITE;GRAY CAPSULE, 23mm — Etodolac

Imprint	APO / 040
Colour	WHITE;GRAY
Shape	CAPSULE
Size	23
Strength	Etodolac 300 mg
Dosage form	Capsule
Manufacturer	Apotex Corp.
NDC	60505-0040
Schedule	—
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	Etodolac[Etodolac]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "APO 040" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.

Active ingredient

Etodolac

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: Cardiovascular - "NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal," with risk possibly increasing with duration of use. Gastrointestinal - "NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal." Etodolac is contraindicated "in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery" and in patients with known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs or history of asthma/urticaria/allergic reactions after aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Indicated for "acute and long-term use in the management of the signs and symptoms" of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and for "management of acute pain."

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "APO 040".
• Confirm the colour (WHITE;GRAY) and shape (CAPSULE).
• Compare the size (23) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

APO 040 Pill — WHITE;GRAY CAPSULE, 23mm — Etodolac

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