Ketorol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Gel, Injection. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Ketorol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ketorol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ketorol include Weight gain. Some other side effects of Ketorol have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ketorol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ketorol is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ketorol related warnings talks about Ketorol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ketorol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ketorol in conditions like Asthma, Skin Rash, Edema. Other contraindications of Ketorol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Ketorol may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ketorol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ketorol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ketorol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ketorol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ketorol. If you are pregnant, do not take Ketorol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ketorol safe during breastfeeding?
Ketorol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketorol on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ketorol. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ketorol on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ketorol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ketorol on the Heart?
Ketorol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ketorol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketorol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketorol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ketorol.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ketorol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ketorol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ketorol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ketorol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ketorol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketorol
Taking alcohol with Ketorol can be dangerous.
Rarely, one can develop an allergic reaction to Ketorol. One might feel short of breath and might find it difficult to speak, one might develop a rash or an itch and swell on the lips, face, and throat. If you suffer from any of these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Ketorol is associated with a risk of bleeding. Since Ketorol inhibits platelet function, it should not be used in people with confirmed or suspected cardiovascular bleeding and in patients with high risk of bleeding.
Yes, Ketorol and tramadol can be taken together. Both the drugs exert a synergistic effect and produce favorable clinical outcomes.
Yes, Ketorol is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at a regular dose such as drowsiness, diarrhea, sweating, and sore in the mouth.
No, Ketorol is not a narcotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used for the treatment of moderately severe pain. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine, methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.
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