Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet

Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac)

What Is The Generic Name For Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet:

Ketorolac is the generic version for Ketorol 10 mg Tablet

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

• Diltiazem

About Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac)

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Ketorolac. This medicine is used for pain relief.  It also relieves pain in conditions like post-operative pain. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Dr Reddy's Laboratories, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Ketorol 10 mg Tablet. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

Strength:

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Ketorolac, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

• Moderate to severe pain

How Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac) Works:

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Ketorolac, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Before You Use Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Ketorolac
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You should avoid driving
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

You should not take Ketorol 10 mg Tablet if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have Liver disease
• Have asthma
• Have undergone Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
• Have gastro-intestinal bleeding
• Have impaired kidney function
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Tablet
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Have Liver/ Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Ketorolac, which is used for pain relief. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Ketorol 10 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

How Much Of The Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac) to Be Used:

As Ketorol 10 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Ketorol 10 mg Tablet. Do not take the Tablet on your own and for longer time than prescribed by doctor.

How To Take The Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

Take Ketorol 10 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the tablet. Ketorol 10 mg Tablet is to be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

You are always advised to take Ketorol 10 mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Tablet in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if any overdose symptoms is suspected.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage to make up for the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Ketorol 10 Mg Tablet (Ketorolac):

• Swelling of face, eyelids, tongue, lips, hands and feet
• Unexpected weight gain
• Skin rash
• Mouth ulcers
• Abdominal pain
• Decreased urine output
• Yellow colored eyes or skin
• Diarrhea
• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Pain at the injection site
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Loss of appetite

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Ketorol 10 mg Tablet. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Methotrexate
• Warfarin
• Corticosteroids
• Antihypertensives
• Nimesulide
• Metamizole / Dipyrone
• Oxyphenbutazone
• Heparin
• Benzydamine

There are disease interactions with Ketorolac which include:

• Asthma
• Fluid retention and Edema
• Skin Rash
• Impaired kidney function
• Impaired liver function
• Gastro-intestinal bleeding
• Heart problem

Warning And Precaution:

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Kidney/Liver Diseases
• Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep out of reach of children
• It is not recommended in patients with severe kidney injury.
• Avoid using this medicine if you have any bleeding disorder or have a known allergy to this medicine.
• You must regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
• You must always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Ketorol 10 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this Tablet for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Ketorol 10 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablet should be intact and is not damaged while storing.