Fortral KT Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pain. The alternative uses of Fortral KT Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Fortral KT Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Fortral KT Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fortral KT Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fortral KT Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fortral KT Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fortral KT Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fortral KT Tablet related warnings section.
Fortral KT Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Skin Rash, Edema as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fortral KT Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fortral KT Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fortral KT Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Fortral KT 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fortral KT Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fortral KT Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fortral Kt. If you are pregnant, do not take Fortral Kt without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fortral KT Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Fortral Kt may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fortral KT Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Fortral Kt. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fortral KT Tablet on the Liver?
Fortral Kt 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 Fortral KT Tablet on the Heart?
Fortral Kt has very mild side effects on the heart.
Fortral KT 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 Fortral KT Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fortral KT Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Fortral KT Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Fortral KT Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fortral KT Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fortral KT Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fortral KT Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fortral KT Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fortral KT Tablet
Consuming Fortral KT Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Fortral Kt 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. Fortral Kt exert an antipyretic effect by acting on the brain (hypothalamus that controls the body temperature in our body) which relief from the fever.
No, Fortral Kt is not safe for a heart. A person taking Fortral Kt has a higher risk of suffering from a heart attack or stroke than the one who doesn't take Fortral Kt. The risk is higher in people who take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for a long time. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has had a heart attack or a stroke. Tell your doctor if you smoke, you have high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, and bleeding or clotting problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you suffer from shortness of breath and slurred speech.
Yes, Fortral Kt is given for short-term treatment of inflammation and pain, once you find relief from pain and inflammation then you can discontinue it if taken by yourself. But if your doctor has prescribed Fortral Kt and if you are thinking about discontinuing this medicine then do discuss with your doctor.
Fortral Kt is available as an injection and as a tablet. Your doctor may give you the intravenous or intramuscular injection of Fortral Ktdepends on the severity of disease and patient condition. Tablet is to be taken by the oral route. It is important to take the tablet at the same time every day so that you do not forget the dose. Take the tablet with food or an antacid to prevent or lessen stomach upset. Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely while taking Fortral Kt.
Fortral Kt is a brand name for ketorolac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is available in the form of an injection and tablet. It has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a short-acting and potent drug used for the management of moderately severe pain and inflammation.
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