Drug name Mechanism Indication and SIDE EFFECTS/ NURSING

ADVERSE RESPONSIBILITY
of Action contraindications REACTION

Generic name: Inhibit Indication:  Headache  Inform patient that

Ketorolac prostaglandin Used for treating medication may cause
synthesis by inflammation  Abdominal pain respiratory and CNS
(or
Brand: competitive contraindication: depression
 stomach pain)
Toradol blocking Hypersensitivity to .
of the Ketorolac ,aspirin  Nausea  Instruct client to avoid
Classification: enzyme ,other NSAIDs ,or any taking
Analgesic, cyclooxygenase Component of the  Heartburn Ketorolac with aspirin or
NSAID (COX). Ketorolac formulation; patients  or Other NSAIDs such as
is a Who have developed  indigestion ibuprofen(Motrin ,Advil),
Dosage: non selective  Dizziness naproxen(Aleve ,Naprosyn),
Nasal polyps,
30mg COX Angioedema or piroxicam (Feldene ),etc.
 Drowsiness
Route: inhibitor and bronchospastic  Monitor for signs of pain
IVTT pain in the reactions to other :  Swelling relief, such as an increased
Frequency: operation NSAIDs ;active or appetite and activity
Q6h: site History of peptic
Ulcer disease ;recent  Instruct client to avoid
Or history of GI Alcohol and maintain
Bleeding or adequate hydration(2-3L/day
perforation; patients Of fluids) unless instructed
With advanced renal to restrict fluid intake
Disease or risk of  Instruct patient to
renal failure suspected Avoid taking any new
Or confirmed medication during therapy
Cerebrovascular without consulting prescriber
bleeding
.  Inform patient that the
Medication may cause
drowsiness, dizziness ,or
fatigue (use caution when
driving or engaging in
tasks requiring alertness).