Lapatinib Ditosylate and Lodine

• Generic Name: lapatinib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Tykerb

In combination with letrozole for treatment of hormone receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer that overexpresses the human epidermal receptor type 2 (HER2) protein in postmenopausal women who are candidates for hormonal therapy. Combined therapy with lapatinib and an aromatase inhibitor has not been compared with trastuzumab-containing chemotherapy for treatment of metastatic breast cancer.

In combination with capecitabine for treatment of advanced or metastatic breast cancer in patients whose tumors overexpress HER2 and who have received prior therapy including an anthracycline, a taxane, and trastuzumab.

• Generic Name: etodolac
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Lodine, Lodine XL

Lodine (etodolac) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Etodolac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Lodine is used to treat mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis.

Lodine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.