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Etorac 10 mg

Tablet

Generic: Ketorolac Tromethamine

Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Indications

Short-term management of moderate to severe acute pain, including post-operative pain.

Pharmacology

Ketorolac is an NSAID with strong analgesic and moderate anti-inflammatory activity. It acts by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase and prostaglandin synthesis.

Dosage & Administration

Tablet (adult): 10 mg every 4 to 6 hours as required; maximum 40 mg daily. Injection (adult): 10 mg initially, then 10 to 30 mg every 4 to 6 hours as required by intramuscular or slow intravenous injection; maximum 90 mg daily (60 mg daily in the elderly and in patients under 50 kg). Total duration of treatment (injection and tablet together) should not exceed 5 days.

Side Effects

Nausea, indigestion, abdominal pain, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, sweating and pain at the injection site. Gastro-intestinal ulcer or bleeding and kidney impairment may occur, especially with prolonged use.

Precautions & Warnings

For short-term use only. Use with caution in the elderly, in patients under 50 kg and in heart, liver or mild kidney impairment. Correct dehydration before use. Do not use with other NSAIDs.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ketorolac, aspirin or other NSAIDs. Active or previous peptic ulcer or gastro-intestinal bleeding. Moderate to severe kidney impairment, dehydration, bleeding disorders or suspected cerebrovascular bleeding. Pregnancy, labour and breast-feeding. Children under 16 years.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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