Toradol

How does it work?

This medicine contains the active ingredient ketorolac trometamol, which is a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ketorolac works by blocking the action of a substance in the body called cyclo-oxygenase. Cyclo-oxygenase is involved in the production of various chemicals in the body, some of which are known as prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced in response to injury or certain diseases and would otherwise go on to cause pain, swelling and inflammation. Ketorolac is therefore used to relieve pain and inflammation. All the medicines in this group (NSAIDs) reduce inflammation caused by the body's own immune system, and are effective pain killers. Ketorolac is used for the short-term relief of moderate to severe pain following surgical operations. It can be given as an injection for up to two days and then as tablets for up to seven days.

What is it used for?

Moderate to severe pain following surgery

Warning!

People with impaired kidney function should have their kidney function monitored while taking this medicine.

This medicine may cause various side effects that could impair your mental or physical ability to safely drive or operate machinary. You should be aware of how you react to this medicine before driving or operating machinary.

This medicine is not recommended for women who are trying to get pregnant or who are having difficulty conceiving.

Use with caution in

Decreased kidney function

Decreased liver function

Diseases of the stomach and intestines

Elderly people

Heart failure

High blood pressure

History of allergies

Weak or debilitated people

Not to be used in

Allergy to aspirin or other medicines in this class

Breastfeeding

Breathing difficulties due to a narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm)

Children under 16 years of age

Confirmed or suspected bleeding from the blood vessels in and around the brain

Dehydration

Growths into the nose

History of asthma

History of bleeding from the stomach or intestines

History of peptic ulcers

Individuals about to undergo surgery

Low volume of circulating blood (hypovolaemia)

Moderate to severely decreased kidney function

People at increased risk of bleeding

People taking medicine to prevent blood clotting (anticoagulants, eg warfarin)

People who have had operations with a high risk of bleeding

Pregnancy or labour

Swelling of the lips, eyes or tongue (angioedema)

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

The safety of this medicine during pregnancy has not been established. For this reason it should not be used during pregnancy, labour or delivery. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

This medicine may pass into breast milk. It should not be used by breastfeeding mothers. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Label warnings

Refer to the printed instructions for maximum daily intake.

Take this medication with or after food.

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