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Ketorolac Tromethamine Oral - Ketorolac - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

Oral ketorolac should be used only after you have already used the injectable form of ketorolac.
If you have been prescribed the oral form of ketorolac without first having received the injectable form, promptly consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication.
Though it is very unlikely to occur, a severe allergic reaction is possible after taking the first dose (see Side Effects section--allergic reaction).
The Canadian manufacturer of toradol states that it may be used instead of the IV form; i.
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, your entire therapy may be with the oral form of toradol.
Take this medication as directed.
Do not increase your dose or take it more often than prescribed without your doctor's approval.
This medication is used for only a short period of time.
The combined use of injectable ketorolac and oral ketorolac should not exceed 5 days.
Take this medication with food, milk or antacids to prevent stomach upset.
Take this medication with 6 to 8 ounces (180-240ml) of water.
Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug.

Stomach upset is the most common side effect.
Vomiting, bloating, gas, loss of appetite, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, may also occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Inform your doctor promptly if you develop.

Do not use oral and/or injectable ketorolac for mild or chronic pain nor should their combined use go longer than 5 days.
Use only the amount prescribed.
Do not use this drug if you are in labor, breast-feeding, have stomach problems (for example, peptic ulcer), major kidney problems, bleeding problems, severe dehydration, or if you are having surgery.
Do not use ketorolac while using aspirin or other NSAIDs (for example, ibuprofen).
"Blood thinners" (for example, heparin, warfarin) should be used with extreme caution.
Do not use ketorolac if you are allergic to aspirin, NSAID or ketorolac itself.
Elderly patients, those weighing less than 110-lbs (50kg), and those with mild kidney problems require smaller doses.
Consult your doctor.

Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, dark stool, ringing in the ears, change in amount of urine, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, muscle weakness, slow or shallow breathing, confusion, severe headache or loss of consciousness.

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that relieves pain and reduces swelling.
It is used to treat moderate to severe pain usually after surgery.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.