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Ketorol 20 mg Gel

Manufactured byDr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsKetorolac
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Ketorol 20 mg Gel is a topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine that is used to relieve moderate to severe pain due to conditions such as post-operative pain, fractures, pain associated with dental procedures, musculoskeletal pain, etc.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ketorol 20 mg Gel

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ketorol 20 mg Gel

Skin Rash

Skin irritation

Burning sensation of skin

Redness of the skin

Uses of Ketorol 20 mg Gel

What is it prescribed for?

Moderate to severe pain

This medicine is used to relieve moderate to severe pain due to conditions such as post-operative pain, fractures, pain associated with dental procedures, musculoskeletal pain, etc.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ketorolac, other NSAIDs, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

External use only

This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.

Skin allergies

This medicine may cause fatal skin allergies without any warnings in some patients. Signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor without any delay. Appropriate corrective measures or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Missed Dose

This medicine is generally used on an as-needed basis. However, if you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
This medicine is meant for external use only. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Report any severe undesired side effects or a lack of improvement to the doctor immediately.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by reducing the formation of chemical substances in the body that cause pain and swelling.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatories

Schedule

Schedule H

Ketorolac: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 8 May 2020]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a693001.html

Ketorolac - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 8 May 2020]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00465

Ketorolac [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 8 May 2020]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Ketorolac

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Information on this page was last updated on 8 May 2020

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