Ketorolac Tablet is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pain. Ketorolac Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Ketorolac Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ketorolac Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Ketorolac Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ketorolac Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ketorolac Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ketorolac Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ketorolac Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Skin Rash, Edema as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ketorolac Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ketorolac Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ketorolac Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ketorolac Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketorolac Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ketorolac Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ketorolac. If you are pregnant, do not take Ketorolac without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ketorolac Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ketorolac. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ketorolac Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Ketorolac. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ketorolac Tablet on the Liver?
Ketorolac can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Ketorolac Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ketorolac rarely affect the heart.
Ketorolac Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketorolac Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketorolac Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ketorolac Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ketorolac Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Ketorolac Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ketorolac Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ketorolac Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ketorolac Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketorolac Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Ketorolac Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ketorolac might be used for dental pain if other effective painkillers are not available. It is not preferred as the first-line drug of choice for dental pain. It is not advised to take this medicine by yourself, always take it on doctor's advice.
Yes, Ketorolac is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at a regular dose such as drowsiness, diarrhea, sweating, and sore in the mouth.
Ketorolac is an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic. It works by blocking the synthesis of prostaglandin (a chemical messenger which is responsible for pain and inflammation) by competitive inhibition of the enzyme (COX Enzyme) which is responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandin. Hence in this way, it prevents inflammation and pain. Ketorolac exert an antipyretic effect by acting on the brain (hypothalamus that controls the body temperature in our body) which relief from the fever.
Yes, Ketorolac can cause gastrointestinal complications. It can cause bleeding, peptic ulcers and perforation of the stomach and intestine which can get very dangerous. Ketorolac is contraindicated in people with a history of peptic ulcer and bleeding. This risk is even higher in the elderly population.
Ketorolac is a potent, short-acting non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is extremely important that you follow the instructions of your doctor completely and do not take any extra doses or take it for a longer period of time as that might result in some side effects.
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