Ketolab-10mg

Generic : Ketorolac Tromethamine
Therapeutic : Ketorolac Tromethamine

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Composition :

Ketolab 10 Tablet: Each film coated tablet contains Ketorolac Tromethamine USP 10 mg.

Description :

Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins and may be considered as a peripherally acting analgesic. It is highly  protein  bound  and  is  largely  metabolized  in  liver. The  products  of metabolism and some unchanged drugs are excreted in the urine.

Indications :

Ketorolac is very effective for the short-term management of moderate to severe acute postoperative pain.

Dosage and administration :

Adults and Children (over 16 years): 10 mg every 4-6 hours as required.

Maximum daily dose is 40 mg, maximum duration of treatment is 7 days.

Side effects :

Side effects of Ketorolac are anorexia, nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, headache, dizziness, restlessness, drowsiness, insomnia, dry mouth, acute renal failure, bradycardia, asthma etc.

Use in special group :

Pregnancy: Pregnancy category C.

Lactation: Contraindicated to nursing mother.

Pediatric use: Not indicated for use in pediatric patients.

Contraindications :

Ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs and any of the components of Ketorolac. Moreover, this drug is contraindicated in patients with history of asthma, nasal polyp, angioedema, peptic ulcer and bleeding disorders.

Precautions :

Precaution should be taken in elderly, allergic disorder, renal, cardiac and hepatic impaired patient with low body weight.

: Drug Interaction

Increased risk of haemorrhage when Ketorolac is given with anticoagulants and NSAIDs.

Storage :

Store in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

Commercial Pack :

Ketolab 10 Tablet: Each box contains 2 x 10 tablets in Alu-Alu blister pack. PS-IS-008/V01

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