Eket 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (20's pack: ৳ 200.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketorolac tromethamine |
| Company | Edruc limited |
| Also available as |
Title
- Eket Ophthalmic Solution
Categories
- Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
Description
- Eket is a drug of the pyrrolo-pyrrole group of NSAIDs. Chemically, it is known as 5 benzoyle-2,3-dihydro-1H-pyrroligine-1-carboxylic acid, compound with 2 - amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol (1:1). It inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins and may be considered as a peripherally acting analgesic.
Indications
- Short-term management of moderate to severe acute post-operative pain
- Relief of pain, inflammation, and light sensitivity after ocular surgery
- Decrease in eye inflammation or redness caused by seasonal allergies
Mode of Action
- Inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzyme system
- Minimal anti-inflammatory effect at its analgesic dose
Dosage and Administration
- Tablet recommended dose of 10 mg every 4-6 hours for short-term use only
- Injection recommended for moderate to severe acute pain, with specific dosing guidelines for different age groups and conditions
- Eye Drops: Adults recommended to use 1 drop in each eye 4 times daily
Interactions
- Increased side effects with other NSAIDs or aspirin
- Enhanced anti-coagulant effect with anti-coagulants
- Reduced anti-hypertensive effect with beta blockers
- Increased risk of renal impairment with ACE inhibitors
- Enhanced toxicity of methotrexate
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ketorolac or other NSAIDs
- Age under 16 years
- Prophylactic analgesic before surgery
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Melena
- Peptic ulcer
- Pancreatitis
- Anxiety
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Excessive thirst
- Fatigue
- Bradycardia
- Hypertension
- Palpitation
- Chest pain
- Infertility in females
- Pulmonary edema
Pregnancy and Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy category: C
- Avoid in pregnancy and lactation unless potential benefits outweigh possible risks to fetus
Precautions and Warnings
- Caution in patients over 65 years old
- Caution in patients with active or suspected peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding, asthma, and liver dysfunction
- Corneal health monitoring for patients with evidence of corneal epithelial breakdown while using topical NSAIDs, and avoidance of administration with contact lenses
Therapeutic Class
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs
- Non-Opioid Analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children