DOLOKET LS DROP

Uses and Benefits of DOLOKET LS DROP (KETOROLAC)

Ketorolac is used to treat moderate to severe pain, especially after surgery or injury, and in certain eye conditions.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Short-term relief of moderate to severe pain, often after surgery
• Pain due to injury or musculoskeletal conditions
• Eye drops form used for pain and inflammation after eye surgery
• Sometimes used for pain due to kidney stones (renal colic)

HOW IT WORKS

• Blocks enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) that produce prostaglandins
• Prostaglandins cause pain, inflammation, and fever
• By reducing their production, it relieves pain and swelling

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not for long-term or chronic pain management
• Not used for mild pain like a common headache
• Not a treatment for infections
• Not suitable for routine use without medical supervision

Side Effects of DOLOKET LS DROP (KETOROLAC)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Nausea or vomiting
• Indigestion
• Headache
• Dizziness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Diarrhea or constipation
• Swelling of hands or feet
• Increased blood pressure
• Ringing in the ears
• Drowsiness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Black or bloody stools, vomiting blood
• Severe stomach pain
• Signs of allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling of face/lips/tongue, difficulty breathing
• Sudden decrease in urine output
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Chest pain or signs of heart problems

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use DOLOKET LS DROP (KETOROLAC)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually for the shortest duration possible
• Tablets are usually taken with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
• Injection form is given by a healthcare professional only
• Eye drops should be used only in the affected eye(s) as directed
• Do not increase the dose or duration without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose
• Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one
• If unsure, contact your doctor or pharmacist for guidance

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use eye drops after the recommended period once opened
• Dispose of unused or expired medicine safely, do not flush down the drain

Safety Information and Precautions for DOLOKET LS DROP (KETOROLAC)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have a known allergy to ketorolac or other NSAIDs
• Have active stomach or intestinal ulcers or bleeding
• Have severe kidney disease
• Are in the third trimester of pregnancy
• Are about to undergo or have recently undergone major surgery with high bleeding risk

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have a history of stomach ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding
• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have heart disease, high blood pressure, or history of stroke
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are taking blood thinners or steroids
• Are elderly, as risk of side effects is higher

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other NSAIDs or aspirin (increased bleeding risk)
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Steroids such as prednisolone
• Certain blood pressure medicines (ACE inhibitors, diuretics)
• Lithium or methotrexate

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine for a long time?

No, it is meant only for short-term use due to risk of serious side effects like stomach bleeding and kidney damage.

Can I take this medicine with other painkillers?

Not without checking with your doctor, as combining NSAIDs increases the risk of side effects.

Is it safe during pregnancy?

• It should be avoided, especially in the third trimester, unless specifically advised by your doctor.
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