Ketorolac
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Toothache, post operative pain, muscle and joint pain |
| Therapy | Analgesic |
| Side Effects | Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, indigestion |
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Molecule Description
Ketorolac is a pain-relieving medicine used for the short-term management of severe or intense pain, such as post-operative pain, toothache, joint pain, and muscle aches. It inhibits the body's production of substances that cause pain, fever, and inflammation.
Before starting treatment with this medication, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently taking, any medical conditions you have, and whether you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It is important to take Ketorolac precisely as prescribed by your doctor, in the correct doses and for the specified duration.
Ketorolac is not intended for prolonged use (more than five days) or for treating minor pain. Ketorolac should not be used as a preventive measure to reduce pain before major surgery, during labour, or delivery.
Uses
Ketorolac is used for the short-term management of post-operative pain and pain related to muscles and joints.
Contraindications
When should one not use Ketorolac
- If you are allergic to ketorolac or any other ingredient of this medicine.
- If you are allergic to other painkillers like aspirin or ibuprofen.
- If you have stomach or intestinal ulcers, bleeding or perforation in the digestive tract.
- If you have advanced kidney disease or a history of bleeding in your brain.
- If you have experienced asthma, urticaria or allergic-type reactions after painkiller use.
- Ketorolac should not be used for managing pain before, during and after coronary bypass surgery and for any major surgery.
- This medicine should not be used during labour as it may inhibit uterine contractions and can increase the risk of bleeding.
- You should not take this medicine if you are taking other painkillers.
- Ketorolac should not be used in patients below 18 years of age.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Heartburn
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have liver, kidney, bleeding problems or gastrointestinal bleeding.
- You should not use this medicine for minor or chronic painful conditions.
- You experience any allergic reaction after taking this medicine.
- You have high blood pressure, heart failure, stroke and edema.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Ketorolac is a potent pain reliever that reduces inflammation by blocking substances that cause pain and swelling. It provides short-term relief, typically after surgery.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Ketorolac may interact with other medicines. Discuss with your doctor all the medicines, supplements, or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule.
- Medicines like Probenecid and Pentoxifylline should never be taken along with Ketorolac.
- Medicines used to thin blood, such as Warfarin and Heparin, should be used with caution as there are chances of increased bleeding upon long-term use.
- Anti-platelet medicines such as aspirin and painkillers when taken along can induce stomach or intestinal bleeding.
- Digoxin used to treat heart failure should not be taken along with Ketorolac.
- Medicines used to lower blood pressure, such as water pills, Captopril, and Enalapril, immunomodulator medicines such as Tacrolimus and ciclosporin, and certain antibiotics, should be used cautiously.
- Medicines such as Methotrexate and Lithium, if taken along with Ketorolac, can lead to toxicity of these medicines.
- Medicines used to treat epilepsy, seizures and other psychiatric conditions, if taken along with Ketorolac, can lead to serious side effects.
Interactions with food items
Ketorolac is to be taken with food.
Dosage
Overdose
Overdosing on Ketorolac may cause lack of energy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and upper abdominal pain. It is important to consult a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected to avoid serious side effects such as bleeding in the stomach and intestines, kidney problems and respiratory depression.
Missed a Dose
If you miss any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
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