"i started using etodolac a few weeks ago for back pain (facet joint disease and degeneration of the spine). it has worked very well for me. pain level is 2-3 when i&#039;m on it, 7-8 when i&#039;m not. it is prescribed at 300mg 3x a day. it reduces the pain considerably for 6-7 hrs. it has been working better than other nsaids, with very little side effects. i would recommend it!"