Description

✅ What It Is & What It’s For

• Active ingredient: Ketorolac tromethamine 10 mg (a potent NSAID) (TrueMeds)
• Primary use: Short‑term relief of moderate to severe pain—such as post‑operative pain, musculoskeletal pain, joint and muscle aches, or post‑partum cramps (Netmeds)
• Mode of action: Blocks COX‑1 and COX‑2 enzymes, reducing prostaglandins that cause pain, inflammation, and fever (Netmeds)

💊 How to Use

• Dosing: Typically 10 mg every 4–6 hours, not exceeding 40 mg/day and not used for more than 5–7 days (Medkart Pharmacy)
• Administration: Disperse the tablet in water and take with food to minimize stomach irritation (Medkart Pharmacy)

⚠️ Common Side Effects

• Digestive issues: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, indigestion, diarrhea, heartburn, loss of appetite (1mg)
• Other: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, visual changes, swelling (fluid retention) (1mg, Netmeds, Medicover Hospitals)

🚨 Serious Risks (Require Immediate Medical Attention)

• GI bleeding or ulcers—signs include dark stools, vomiting blood or “coffee‑ground” vomit, severe abdominal pain (MedlinePlus)
• Kidney dysfunction—reduced urine output, swelling, fatigue, sudden weight gain (Shabbir Medical Hall)
• Severe allergic reactions—rash, facial swelling, breathing difficulties (Shabbir Medical Hall)
• Serious skin reactions—Stevens‑Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Practo)
• Cardiovascular effects—hypertension, fluid retention; caution if heart disease (Practo)

🔍 Precautions & Contraindications

• Do NOT use if:
  • History of GI ulcers, bleeding, or obstruction (Apollo Pharmacy, Practo)
  • NSAID‑induced asthma (Practo)
  • Advanced kidney, liver, heart disease, bleeding disorders, recent CABG surgery (Practo)
  • Children under 18 or use beyond recommended duration (Practo)
  • Pregnant (especially late trimester) or breastfeeding unless essential (Practo)
• Use with caution:
  • Elderly—more susceptible to kidney and stomach issues (DawaiWala)
  • Concurrent use with blood thinners, NSAIDs, steroids, SSRIs, or diuretics—higher risk of bleeding or kidney damage (MedlinePlus, Shabbir Medical Hall)

🛡️ Safety Tips