GENERIC NAME KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE

CLASSIFICATION ANTI-PYRETIC

DOSSAGE 30mg
ROUTE IVTT
FREQUENCY EVERY 6 HOURS IF NECCESSARY

MECHANISM OF ACTION Anti- inflammatory analgesic activity, inhibits

prostaglandins and leukotriene synthesis.

INDICATIONS Short term management of pain (up to 5 days)

CONTRAINDICATIONS Contraindicated with significant renal impairment, aspirin

allergy, recent GI bleed or perforation. Use cautiously with
impaired hearing, allergies and hepatic condition.

SIDE EFFECT CNS: Headache, dizziness, somnolence, insomnia, fatigue

and ophthalmologic effects.

NURSING 1. be aware that patient may be at risk for CV events, GI

RESPONSIBILITIES bleeding, renal toxicity, monitor accordingly.
2. Keep emergency equipment readily available at time of
initial dose, in case of severe hypersensitivity reaction.

3. Protect drug from light.

4. Administer every 6 hours to maintain serum levels and

control pain.