Tablet Presentation
Each tablet contains:
Ketorolac 10 mg
It belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It has various properties such as antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory. It shows similar potential to that opioid analgesic i.e. morphine.
Indications & Usage
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Menstrual disorders
- Headaches
- Ankylosing spondylitis
Mechanism of Action
Ketorolac inhibits the prostaglandin synthesis by inhibiting cyclooxygenase 1 and cyclooxygenase enzyme. Ketorolac shows maximum binding with cox-2 thus inhibits inflammation and pain mediated by prostaglandins.
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption:
It is absorbed rapidly by oral administration
Protein Binding:
It is highly bound to proteins
Metabolism:
It undergoes hydroxylation and conjugation in the liver
Excretion:
It is excreted via urine
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal cramps
- Irritation
- Drowsiness
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in chronic heart failure
- Contraindicated in haemorrhage in brain
Drug Interactions
- Acetaminophen
- Lorazepam
- Dexamethasone
- Diclofenac
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