Among non-narcotic analgesics, Ketorol tablets take pride of place, characterized by high efficacy, good tolerability and low cost. We learn in what cases it is advisable to take Ketorol tablets, how long they work, and to whom they are contraindicated.
Composition and pharmacological properties of Ketorol tablets
The active substance of the tablets is ketorolac, belonging to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Additional components are substances such as:
- cellulose;
- lactose;
- starch;
- silica;
- propylene glycol and others.
Penetrating into the body, the drug is quickly absorbed and has the following effects:
- relieves fever;
- Supports the development of inflammatory processes;
- eliminates pain of varying intensity and localization.
The analgesic effect begins to develop an hour after oral administration of Ketorol, with the maximum therapeutic effect occurring about an hour after ingestion. The duration of the drug is about five hours. Ketorol is excreted through the kidneys and intestines.
Indications for the use of tablets Ketorol:
- severe headache ;
- toothache;
- ear pain;
- pain associated with diseases of the female sexual sphere;
- pain in the spine;
- postoperative pain;
- post-traumatic pain;
- pain associated with neoplastic processes;
- muscle pain;
- pain in the joints;
- neuralgia ;
- thermal burns, etc.
The drug is used as a symptomatic means for relieving pain and reducing inflammation, without affecting the development of the underlying disease.
Ketorol tablets from toothache
Toothache is one of the most painful for a person. Therefore, the use of Ketorol in the form of tablets will be appropriate in this case, especially at night or with the impossibility of a quick call to the doctor.
Dosage of analgesic tablets Ketorol
Ketorol tablets should be taken without chewing and washing with plenty of water. It should be borne in mind that food with a high content of fat reduces the absorption of the drug and delays the time to achieve an analgesic effect.
For a single dose, the dosage is 10 mg. The next Ketorol administration can be performed no earlier than four hours after the previous one. The permissible dose per day is 40 mg. The duration of the course should not exceed 5-7 days. If the effect is insufficient, following the recommendation of the attending physician, the drug can be combined with narcotic analgesics.
Side effects of Ketorol tablets:
- jaundice;
- stool disorders;
- vomiting;
- abdominal pain;
- headache;
- bleeding;
- difficulty breathing;
- swelling;
- bronchospasm;
- rashes on the skin;
- increased blood pressure;
- sweating;
- insomnia;
- retention of urine, etc.
Overdose of Ketorol tablets
Overdose of the drug is usually manifested by the following symptoms:
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- abdominal pain;
- retention of urine;
- violation of the acid-base balance of the body;
- development of ulcers or erosions in the stomach.
The first help in case of an overdose consists in washing the stomach and injecting sorbent preparations. In the future, symptomatic therapy is required.
Contraindications to taking Ketorol tablets
It is forbidden to take medicine in such cases:
- dehydration of the body;
- bronchospasm;
- Aspirin asthma;
- violation of hematopoiesis of the bone marrow;
- erosion and ulcers in the digestive tract during the period of exacerbation;
- hepatic and renal insufficiency;
- hemorrhagic stroke;
- pregnancy, breast-feeding;
- increased risk of bleeding;
- decreased blood clotting;
- an increased likelihood of allergies to the components of the drug, etc.