Ketorolac Flashcards
1
Q
Ketorolac Generic Name
A
Ketorolac
2
Q
Ketorolac Trade Name
A
Toradol
3
Q
Ketorolac Class
A
Analgesic, NSAID, Antipyretic
4
Q
Ketorolac Action
A
- **analgesic: **peripherally blocks pain receptors
- **NSAID/antipyretic: **inhibits prostaglandin synthesis
5
Q
Ketorolac Indications
A
Mild to moderate pain
6
Q
Ketorolac Contraindications
A
- Allergies to Aspirin
- Hypersensitivity
7
Q
Ketorolac Adult Dose:
A
30-60 mg IV/IO/IM
8
Q
Ketorolac Pedi Dose:
A
Not recommended
9
Q
Ketorolac Side Effects
A
Drowsiness
10
Q
Ketorolac Onset
A
10 min
11
Q
Duration
A
4-6 hrs
