Ketanov Injection (Ketorolac 30mg)

Ketanov Injection

Ketanov 30 mg Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine that is used for the short-term management of moderate to severe pain. This medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney injury.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ketanov 30 mg Injection
Cadolac 30 mg Injection
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Kelac 30 mg Injection
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Ketorol 30 mg Injection
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Rolac 30 mg Injection
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ketanov 30 mg Injection
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, 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

Uses of Ketanov 30 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Moderate to severe pain
This medicine is used to relieve moderate to severe pain due to conditions such as severe traumatic pain (injuries), post-operative pain, fractures, pain associated with dental procedures, musculoskeletal pain, etc.

Related Products

List of related products
Ketanov 10 mg Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ketorolac, other NSAIDs, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with asthma caused by aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs since it may worsen the patient’s condition.
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
This medicine is not recommended for use before or after a coronary artery bypass graft surgery due to the increased risk of severe adverse reactions.
Gastrointestinal disorders
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding disorders or active peptic ulcers since it may worsen the patient’s condition.
Severe kidney impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe kidney impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Gastrointestinal adverse effects
This medicine may cause gastrointestinal adverse events including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or large intestine. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Skin rash
This medicine may cause fatal skin allergies without any warnings in some patients. Signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor without any delay. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Hypertension
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hypertension (increased blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Elderly population
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population due to an increase in the risk of undesired side effects. Close monitoring of kidney function and symptoms of bleeding is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Hyperkalemia
This medicine may increase serum potassium concentration in some patients. Potassium levels should be checked in patients receiving this medicine Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving this medicine due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Report any symptoms of bleeding such as coughing up blood or blood in the stools to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Interaction with Medicine
Warfarin
Corticosteroids
Antihypertensives
Ofloxacin
Disease interactions
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of NSAID-sensitive asthma. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor’s supervision.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any symptoms such as nausea, fever, rashes, dark urine, etc. to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Fluid retention and edema
This medicine may cause fluid retention and edema in some patients. Close monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and heart function may be required based on the clinical condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases.
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition. It is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe kidney impairment
Thrombosis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of stroke and myocardial infarction due to the increased risk of worsening of the existing condition. Close monitoring of heart function is recommended for such patients. Report any symptoms such as chest pain, shallow breathing, speech slurring, weakness, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.