Ketorolac

Brand: Toradol (global) / Ketanov, Ketorol (IN/BD)

NSAID Pyrrolo-pyridine carboxylic acid derivative

Chemistry

Molecular Formula	C15H13NO3
PubChem	CID: 3826 Open in PubChem

Structure

Half-life	5.3 hours
Clearance Route	renal
Active Metabolites	none
Notes	Use for max 5 days only; high risk of GI bleeding and renal impairment; avoid in dehydration and elderly.

Severity: Severe

Adverse Effects:
Severe GI bleeding, renal failure, hypertension, dizziness, injection site pain

Contraindications:
Peptic ulcer disease, renal failure, bleeding disorders, labor/delivery, concomitant NSAIDs

Precautions:
Limit to 5 days; adjust dose in elderly & renal impairment; avoid dehydration