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Ketorolac tromethamine 0.45% ophthalmic solution

What Ketorolac tromethamine is used for:
  • Ketorolac tromethamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. 
  • The ophthalmic solution is indicated for the treatment of pain and inflammation following cataract surgery.
Do not take Ketorolac tromethamine if:
  • Beyond 24 weeks of amenorrhea (5 months of age pregnancy) 
  • Hypersensitivity to Ketorolac tromethamine
  • History of asthma triggered by the use of Ketorolac tromethamine or substances of similar activity such as other NSAIDs, aspirin
  • Gastrointestinal haemorrhage, cerebrovascular haemorrhage or another evolving haemorrhage
  • An evolving gastric ulcer or intestinal
  • Severe hepatic impairment
  • Severe renal impairment
  • Severe uncontrolled heart failure.
Warnings & Precautions:
  • Delayed Healing: Topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may slow or delay healing. 
  • Tell your doctor if you are taking topical corticosteroids 
  • There is the potential for cross-sensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid, phenylacetic acid derivatives, and other NSAIDs. 
  • There have been reports of bronchospasm or exacerbation of asthma associated with the use of ketorolac tromethamine ophthalmic solution in patients who either have a known hypersensitivity to aspirin/non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or a past medical history of asthma. 
  • Increased Bleeding Time: With some NSAIDs, there exists the potential for increased bleeding time due to interference with thrombocyte aggregation. 
  • It is recommended that ophthalmic solution be used with caution in patients with known bleeding tendencies or who are receiving other medications, which may prolong bleeding time.
  • If you have evidence of corneal epithelial breakdown should immediately discontinue use of topical NSAIDs and should be closely monitored for corneal health.
  • If you used more than 1 day prior to surgery or used beyond 14 days post-surgery may increase risk for the occurrence and severity of corneal adverse events.
  • It should not be administered while wearing contact lenses.
Possible Side Effects:
  • High pressure in the eye
  • Headache 
  • Blurred vision
Other medicines and Ketorolac tromethamine:
  • Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
  • Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
  • Topical corticosteroids are also known to slow or delay healing.
  • Concomitant use of topical NSAIDs and topical steroids may increase the potential for healing problems.
  • Several substances are involved in interactions, due to their antiplatelet medicinal products properties: aspirin and NSAIDs, ticlopidine and clopidogrel, tiro¬ban, epti¬batide and abciximab, iloprost.
  • The use of several antiplatelet agents increases the risk of bleeding.
How to take Ketorolac tromethamine:

Adults:
  • One drop should be applied to the affected eye twice daily beginning 1 day prior to cataract surgery,
  • continued on the day of surgery, and through the first 2 weeks of the postoperative period.
  • If administered in conjunction with other topical ophthalmic medications such as alpha-agonists, beta-blockers, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, cycloplegics, and mydriatics. Drops should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.
How to store Ketorolac tromethamine:
  • Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. 
  • Store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). 
  • Store the vials in the pouch, protected from light. 
  • Fold pouch ends closed.

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  • Manufacturer: Acular
  • Product form: Drops
  • Ingredients: Ketorolac Tromethamine