Ketorolac tromethamine is a prescription medication used for short-term relief of moderate to severe pain. This eMedTV Web page discusses ketorolac, including information about its uses, its strengths, and some of its potential side effects.
A few common side effects of ketorolac include dizziness, drowsiness, swelling, and headache. This eMedTV Web page also discusses less common but serious side effects, which can include kidney problems, liver damage, and major bleeding.
What is ketorolac used for? Ketorolac is used for relieving pain, such as that which follows a procedure. This eMedTV resource discusses other types of pain that ketorolac may relieve, such as pain associated with kidney stones or cancer.
For people taking tablets of ketorolac, dosing guidelines call for an initial dose of 10 mg or 20 mg. This eMedTV article explains the factors that affect the ketorolac dosage that your doctor recommends and explains what to do if you miss a dose.
Drug interactions with ketorolac may occur with medications such as Prozac, aspirin, and lithium. This eMedTV segment describes some interactions that may occur with ketorolac and drugs such as other NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, and warfarin.
Some warnings and precautions with ketorolac involve an increased risk for major bleeding. This eMedTV article discusses other precautions and warnings to be aware of before starting ketorolac therapy, such as those involving pregnancy and nursing.
