Toradol (Ketorolac)

Toradol is a prescription NSAID painkiller medication used for moderate to severe pain relief and most commonly prescribed for after surgery or a medical procedure. Pain relief following major dental surgery is a common usage scenario for this medication, and it can also be used to lower swelling along with effective relief of severe temporary pain. Toradol may also be prescribed to suppress a severe fever resulting from inflammation.

Adhering to and not exceeding dosage guidelines is very important with this medication as there is more of a potential for harm with overuse. Use only and exactly as directed in your prescription.

Directions

Take medication every 4 to 6 hours as needed for major pain relief and be sure to take medication only at the dosage and frequency indicated in your prescription. Medication can be taken with food, milk, or antacid if a stomachache or upset occurs.

Do not take Toradol for any longer than 5 days, and this will apply to any Toradol injection as well as oral Toradol. If pain relief is insufficient or severe pain continues it will best for you to see a doctor again.

Toradol injections are only to be administered by a doctor.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Toradol is Ketorolac.

Cautions

Toradol is an Rx painkiller medication with the potential for causing dependency if misused or overused. It is essential that you follow the dosage and frequency guidelines shown in your prescription and do not use this medication in any way that exceeds those guidelines or is outside of them.

Let your doctor know if you have any history of asthma, bleeding or clotting problems, blood disorders, heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, nasal polyps or other inner nose growths, throat / stomach / intestinal problems, stroke, or edema before starting on Toradol.

Consuming alcohol or smoking / chewing tobacco can increase the risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding while using Toradol or Toradol generic.

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun.

Toradol may not be suitable for women who are pregnant or breast feeding. Only use this medication in either scenario if you have explicit clearance from your doctor to do so.

Inteactions

Negative drug interactions may occur between Toradol and other Rx medications, including aliskiren / captopril / lisinopril / angiotensin II receptor blockers like losartan and valsartan / lithium / methotrexate / probenecid / corticosteroids like prednisone / cidofovir / furosemide / clopidogrel / dabigatran / enoxaparin / warfarin.

It is best to let your doctor know of all medications you are currently taking before getting a prescription and going to buy Toradol online.

Side Effects

Toradol side effects are not uncommon, and people using this medication may experience upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, gas, dizziness, drowsiness, or elevated blood pressure. If Toradol side effects are seen you may want to stop medication use and speak to your doctor again about severe pain relief medication alternatives.