Ketorol 10 mg (Ketorolac)

What is Ketorol 10 mg?

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet is used for the short-term treatment of moderate to severe pain. It effectively alleviates pain, inflammation, and fever. It should not be used for mild or long-term painful conditions.

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food to prevent stomach upset. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.

How Does Ketorol 10 Tablet Work?

Ketorol 10 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How To Use Ketorol 10 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ketorol 10 Tablet is to be take with food.

Side Effects Of Ketorol 10 Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ketorol

• Vomiting
• Stomach pain/epigastric pain
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Loss of appetite

Warning

Pregnancy

Ketorol 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limit studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Ketorol 10 Tablet should be use with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is complete and the drug is eliminate from her body.

Driving

Ketorol 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Ketorol 10mg Tablet should be use with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ketorol 10mg Tablet may be need. 

Use of Ketorol 10mg Tablet is not recommend in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Ketorol 10mg Tablet should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ketorol 10mg Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.

FAQ’s

1. Is Ketorol 10 Tablet an antibiotic or steroid?

No, Ketorol 10mg Tablet is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines. It is use to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation.

2. Is Ketorol 10 Tablet a good painkiller?

Ketorol 10mg Tablet is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is use to provide relief from various sorts of pain, such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of different types of arthritis and gout. Along with that, it can be use to reduce pain and inflammation which follows after a surgery.

3. Is Ketorol 10 mg Tablet safe?

Ketorol 10mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.