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Ketorol Injection

Manufacturer :  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Ketorolac
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Ketorol Injection

Ketorol Injection is a non-steroidal and anti-inflammatory drug. It is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain post-surgery or after any other medical procedure. This medication functions by prohibiting certain substances in the body.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as constipation, nausea, chest pain, vomiting, stomach upset, irregular heartbeat, convulsions, sweating, bloating diarrhoea, cough, gas, dizziness, mouth sores, drowsiness and headache. Should your reactions persist or become severe over time contact your health care provider right away.

Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Ketorol Injection, you have any other allergic reactions, you are in the last trimester of your pregnancy or are breastfeeding a baby, you are already taking other prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have a history of ulcers, you have kidney or bleeding problems or kidney failures.

The dosage for this medication should be ideally prescribed by your doctor. This medication is available as an oral tablet, nasal spray and in an injectable solution form. The usual dose in adults for pain treatment is 50 kg or more both for intranasal and parenteral usage.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Ketorol Injection

    • Pain

    • Moderate To Severe Pain

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Ketorol Injection ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Ketorol Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      No interaction found

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Kerosite mx eye drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Blurring of vision may occur on instillation of eye drops.
      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      TORADOL is CONTRAINDICATED in patients with advanced renal impairment .

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Ketorol Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ketorol Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine belongs to the NSAID category. It primarily works non-selectively on both COX-1 and COX-2. This prevents the synthesis of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid which leads to a blockage of pain impulses.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Ketorolac-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/ketorolac

      • Ketorolac-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00465

      • Ketorolac drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=Ketorolac

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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