Ketorolac (Toradol)
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Toradol contains Ketorolac, a strong anti inflammatory painkiller used for short term relief of moderate to severe pain.
Drug Information
5 reviews for Ketorolac (Toradol)
Toradol contains Ketorolac.
Ketorolac is a strong anti-inflammatory painkiller used for short-term relief of moderate to severe pain, such as after surgery.
Because of its strong side effects, it must only be used for up to 5 days in total (including any injections).
What is it used for?
- Short-term moderate to severe pain, such as after surgery
How does it work?
Ketorolac blocks the enzymes that make pain and swelling chemicals. It is one of the strongest painkillers of its kind.
This information is written in simple words to help you understand this product. It does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Read these points before you start. If any of them apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- Do not take it if you have ever had a stomach ulcer or bleeding, or if you are allergic to aspirin or other anti-inflammatory painkillers (for example, if they made your asthma worse).
- Do not take it if you have severe heart failure, severe kidney or liver disease, or in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
- Anti-inflammatory painkillers can slightly raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, especially at high doses or with long use. Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or smoke.
- Do not take it with other anti-inflammatory painkillers (such as ibuprofen, naproxen or high-dose aspirin).
- Tell your doctor if you take blood thinners, steroids, SSRI antidepressants, lithium, methotrexate, water tablets or blood pressure medicines.
- Use the lowest dose for the shortest time needed.
- Older people are more likely to have stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- Do not use it for more than 5 days in total.
- Do not take it with aspirin, other anti-inflammatory painkillers, or blood thinners.
- Do not take it if you have kidney problems, a bleeding problem, or before surgery.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every other medicine, vitamin or herbal product you use.
- Keep this product out of the reach and sight of children.
Like all medicines, Toradol can cause side effects, but not everybody gets them.
Common side effects
- Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
- Feeling sick
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Headache or dizziness
These are usually mild and often get better as your body gets used to it. Tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away.
Stop using it and get medical help straight away if you notice:
- Black, tarry stools, or vomiting blood or what looks like coffee grounds (stomach bleeding)
- Chest pain, or sudden weakness, numbness or trouble speaking
- Wheezing or trouble breathing
- Swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a severe rash with blisters
- Passing much less urine, or swelling of the legs
This is not a complete list. If you notice anything unusual, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Take 10 mg every 4 to 6 hours if needed, with food.
- Do not take more than 40 mg in 24 hours.
- Do not take it for more than 5 days.
- Swallow the tablet with water.
If you miss a dose: If you take it regularly, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Never take two doses at once.
If you use too much: Contact your doctor, a poison control centre or your local emergency number straight away, even if you feel fine. Take the pack with you.
How to store it: Keep it in its original pack at room temperature (below 25°C / 77°F), away from heat, damp and direct sunlight. Do not use it after the expiry date.
- QShould I take Toradol with food?
- A
Yes. Taking it with or after food helps protect your stomach.
- QCan I take Toradol with paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
- A
Yes, they can usually be taken together, as they work in different ways. Do not take it with other anti-inflammatory painkillers.
- QCan I drink alcohol with Toradol?
- A
It is best to limit alcohol, as it raises the risk of stomach bleeding.

David Torres –
Just got my order and everything went well. Nothing was broken or leaking and the box was in good shape. The website was easy to use and I found what I needed quickly. I checked everything against my order and it was all correct. Happy with how my Toradol order turned out.
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My order went through without any problems. No confusing steps, just a simple checkout. It arrived sealed and in good shape.
Alice Richardson –
Decided to order Toradol here and it went smoothly. I had no trouble at checkout, which is not always the case on other sites. The confirmation emails were clear and arrived quickly.