Ketoralac (Toradol)

Question 1

Pharm. and Actions

Answer 1

Exhibits analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic activity; NSAID

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

Management of pain

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity; Nasal polyps; Angioedema; asthma; allergy to aspirn or other NSAIDs

Question 4

Administration

Answer 4

Adult- 15-30 mg IV, 30-60 mg IM; patients less than 50 kgs or over 65, use lower end range of the dose

Question 5

Side Effects and Special Notes

Answer 5

Edema, HTN, N/V, HA, GI bleeding; use caution in patients with impaired renal or hepatic function, cardiac decompensation, HTN, COPD, and the elderly; Not recommended for pregnancy, class C; Not recommended for use in children; May prolong bleeding time, use caution in patients with coagulation disorders; Use caution in orthopedic injuries due to risk of bleeding

Question 6

Class

Answer 6

A