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Ketorolac

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DRUG STUDY CLASSIFICATION/ MECHANISM OF ACTION Inhibit prostaglandin synthesis by competitive blocking of the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX).

Ketorolac is a non selective COX inhibitor. SIDE EFFECTS/ ADVERSE REACTION


Headache Abdominal pain (or stomach pain) Nausea Heartburn or indigestion Diarrhea Dizziness Drowsiness Swelling.

DRUGS Generic: Ketorolac Brand: Toradol Classification: Analgesic, NSAID

INDICATION Used for treating inflammation and pain in the operation site

CONTRAINDICATION Hypersensitivity to ketorolac, aspirin, other NSAIDs, or any component of the formulation; patients who have developed nasal polyps, angioedema, or bronchospastic reactions to other NSAIDs; active or history of peptic ulcer disease; recent or history of GI bleeding or perforation; patie nts with advanced renal disease or risk of renal failure; labor and delivery; nursing mothers; prophylaxis befor e major surgery; suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding.

SPECIAL PRECAUTION/ NURSING RESPONSIBILITY Inform patient that medication may cause respiratory and CNS depression. Instruct client to avoid taking ketorolac with aspirin or other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen(Motrin, Advil),naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), piroxicam (Feldene), etc. Monitor for signs of pain relief, such as an increased appetite and activity Instruct client to avoid alcohol and maintain adequate hydration (23L/day of fluids) unless instructed to restrict fluid intake. Instruct patient to avoid taking any new medication during therapy without consulting prescriber Inform patient that the medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or fatigue (use cautionwhen driving or engaging in tasksrequiring alertness).

Dosage: 30mg Route:

IVTT
Frequency: Q6h

Timing:

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