Etolac 30 mg/ml (IM/IV Injection)
1 ml ampoule: ৳ 60.00 (1 x 5: ৳ 300.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketorolac tromethamine |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Short-term management of post-operative pain
- Relief of pain after ocular surgery
- Reduction of eye inflammation caused by allergies
Description
- Belongs to pyrrolo-pyrrole group of NSAID
- Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins
- Metabolized in the liver
Pharmacology
- Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzyme system
- Demonstrates minimal anti-inflammatory effect at analgesic dose
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended tablet dose: 10 mg every 4-6 hours
- Injection doses based on age and condition
- Eye drops: 1 drop in each eye 4 times daily
Interaction
- Increased side effects with other NSAIDs or aspirin
- Enhanced anticoagulant effect with anti-coagulants
- Reduced anti-hypertensive effect with beta blockers
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ketorolac or other NSAIDs
- Not for use in children under 16 years
- Contraindicated as prophylactic analgesic before surgery
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Hypertension
- Pulmonary edema
Pregnancy & Lactation
- FDA Pregnancy category C
- Avoid in pregnancy and lactation unless benefits outweigh risks
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients over 65 years
- Caution in patients with peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Discontinue use in corneal epithelial breakdown
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-Opioid Analgesics
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children