Ketorol 10mg

Ketorol 10mg Tablet DT 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. Do not take this medicine if you have any bleeding disorder or have a known allergy to this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ketorol 10 mg Tablet DT
Dentaforce 10 mg Tablet DT
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ketorol 10 mg Tablet DT
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Unexpected weight gain
Skin rash
Mouth ulcers
Diarrhea
Decreased urine output
Yellow colored eyes or skin
Diarrhea
Drowsiness
Headache

Uses of Ketorol 10mg Tablet DT

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
Ketorol 10 mg Tablet
Ketorol 20 mg Gel
Ketorol 30 mg Injection

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 absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking 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
Ketorol 10mg 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 taking this medicine.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
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
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not take this medicine for longer durations than recommended. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.