Ketorolac / Toradol Flashcards
1
Q
What doses do we have?
A
30mg, 60mg
2
Q
What is it used for?
A
Short term pain relief
3
Q
How does it work?
A
Inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis to produce analgesia
4
Q
What are contraindications?
A
history of peptic ulcers, alcohol intolerance, hypersensitivity
5
Q
What are the side effects?
A
CVA, drowsiness, GI bleeding, prolonged bleeding, anaphylaxis, dizziness, headache
6
Q
What is the route and dosage?
A
In the clinic, IM, usually single dose at 60mg
7
Q
What us the classification?
A
NSAID
8
Q
What is the onset, peak, and duration?
A
10min, 1-2 hours, 6+hrs
9
Q
What to assess before and after?
A
Assess rash, assess pain
10
Q
What to evaluate and tell patient?
A
May cause, drowsiness or dizziness, avoid use of NSAIDs, acetaminophen, watch for rash, black stools, evaluate pain
