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Can etodolac impair female fertility?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Etodolac (Lodine) may impair female fertility and is not recommended for women attempting to conceive; withdrawal should be considered in women having difficulty conceiving or undergoing infertility investigation.

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Lodine SRAlmirall Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 12Document updated 20 May 2026

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