Indications:
● Pain Management: Particularly effective for acute, moderately severe pain that requires analgesia at the opioid level, typically in a postoperative setting.
● Management after Dental Procedures: Often used to manage pain following dental operations or other minor surgical procedures.
Administration Guidelines
Dosage and Application:
● Adults (Oral): 20 mg initially, followed by 10 mg every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 40 mg in a 24-hour period.
● Injection: 60 mg via intramuscular injection as a single dose or 30 mg every 6 hours. For IV administration, 30 mg every 6 hours or 15 mg every 3 hours, with a maximum of 120 mg/day.
Method of Administration:
● Oral: Tablets should be taken with water and food to prevent gastrointestinal upset.
● Injection: Should be administered intramuscularly or intravenously under strict medical supervision.
Safety Precautions
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:
● Toradol should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the later stages, as it may cause harm to the fetus. Its use is also not recommended in breastfeeding mothers.
Drug Interactions:
● Ketorolac can interact with other NSAIDs, anticoagulants, SSRIs, and diuretics. It may increase the risk of bleeding and renal toxicity, among other side effects.
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