Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) painkillers and analgesics. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is used short-term to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet also works by alleviating the body of high temperature and fever. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet finds practical use as a pain-killer before and after surgery. Pain is an unpleasant sensation produced in the body caused by external insult or injury. 

Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet contains ‘’Ketorolac.’’ Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet works by reducing the production of inflammatory substances (prostaglandins) and, thus, relieves the body of swelling and subsequent pain.

Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine. It is available as a tablet, an injection and a topical solution. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as stomach ache, nausea, vomiting, gas or dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist.

It is advisable to inform the doctor if you are allergic to Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet , to NSAIDs or any of the components of Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet . Keep your doctor informed if you suffer from any bleeding disorders, peptic ulcers, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disorders, kidney disease, liver disease, rheumatoid arthritis, nasal polyps (growths in the nose), or unusual swellings anywhere in the body. Keep your doctor informed if you have recently had any surgery. Keep your doctor informed if you suffer from a history of corneal damage, visual disturbances, eye infections or dry eye syndrome. Offer a detailed medical history and inform the doctor if you’ve ever had a heart attack or stroke. Inform the doctor if you are on antihypertensive, diuretic, steroid or mental health therapy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding, as Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in these states. Consult your doctor before taking alcohol with Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet .

Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is an NSAID used as a painkiller for short-term pain management. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet finds application in pain relief before or post-surgery. It is also used temporarily to treat severe pain in patients suffering from arthritis (bone inflammation). Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet works by reducing the levels of inflammatory substances called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced at the site of injury and cause inflammation and pain. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet blocks pain signals, so the brain doesn’t perceive the severity of pain. Thus, Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is responsible for relieving the body of pain, inflammation and any associated symptoms such as redness or soreness.  

• Nausea

• Stomach ache

• Gas

• Diarrhoea

• Constipation

• Fatigue

• Feeling sick

• Dizziness

• Raise in BP

Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components or to NSAIDs in general. Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in case of high risk or history of any liver disease, kidney disease, peptic ulcer disease, bleeding disorders, heart failure, asthma, IBD or if you have had any kind of stroke (even transient ischaemic stroke). Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet should be used with absolute caution in those with a history of bleeding disorders or if you have had surgery recently. Keep your doctor informed if you are on any medication for fever, infection, coagulopathy, diabetes, diuresis (urine-forming drugs), asthma, hypertension, birth control, or pain relief. Consult your doctor before using Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it is not recommended for use in these states. Avoid Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet with alcohol as there may be an interaction. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet as it can alter your mental ability to think clearly and cause drowsiness and giddiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet may interact with antihypertensives (captopril, lisinopril, losartan), diuretics (furosemide), mood stabiliser (lithium), DMARD (methotrexate), steroids (prednisolone), aspirin and blood-thinners (clopidogrel, warfarin, enoxaparin etc), anti-gout drug (probenecid), anti-epileptic drugs (phenytoin, carbamazepine), psychoactive drugs (fluoxetine, alprazolam), muscle-pain reliever (pentoxifylline) and anti-depressants (SSRI’s like citalopram, escitalopram) etc.

Drug-Food Interactions: Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet may interact with high-fat foods and alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity disorder, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, kidney disease, liver disease, arterial or thrombotic disorders, cardiovascular health disorders, corneal damage, visual disturbances, eye infections, asthma, bleeding disorders, peptic ulcers, rheumatoid arthritis, dry eye syndrome, hypertension, anaemia, nasal polyps (overgrowth in the nose), stroke and any disease-causing swelling in the feet and hands.

• ENALAPRIL
• LISINOPRIL
• CAPTOPRIL
• RAMIPRIL
• WARFARIN
• ENOXAPARIN
• LITHIUM
• METHOTREXATE
• FLUOXETINE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• CITALOPRAM
• ESCITALOPRAM
• FUROSEMIDE
• PENTOXIFYLLINE
• PROBENECID
• CLOPIDOGREL
• PREDNISOLONE

• Keep your doctor informed if you are planning to or are pregnant.

• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

• Invest in a balanced diet. Load up on lean meats, fruits, green leafy vegetables, nuts, oily fish etc. Limit your intake of sweets and sugars, as these can worsen inflammation.

• Cut back on alcohol, as this can worsen pain states as well as the quality of your sleep.

• Try meditation and deep breathing to reduce overall stress and pain.

• Stop smoking as smoking is known to worsen pain conditions.

• Engage in mild physical exercise daily and keep your body active.

• Take Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed. 

• In case you miss a dose of Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet , skip it and resume when it is time for the second dose only. Do not ever take a double dose.

• It is very difficult to overdose on Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet however, if you accidentally take extra doses of Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet , please inform your doctor or go to a hospital immediately. Some of the symptoms of an overdose can cause blurred vision, shortness of breath, difficulty in speaking, severe headache, unusual tiredness, fainting and or ringing in the ears.

• Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is not meant for use in children.

• Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is not meant for use for mild pain.

• Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet is not meant for long-term use.

• Do not discontinue taking Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet abruptly or without the advice of the physician.

• Please know that your doctor may order blood tests to check the effects of Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet on your blood as Ketakrol 10 mg Tablet may, in rare cases, cause anaemia (low blood levels).

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs due to the breakdown of cartilage that cushions and protects the bones. The disease progresses gradually and tends to worsen if not treated. Symptoms include joint pain in the hips, lower back, knees and hands. It is commonly seen in post-menopausal women.

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune inflammatory disorder of the joints. It is a chronic disease. Autoimmunity is when the body recognises its own cells as foreign and tends to attack them. Rheumatoid arthritis is often seen in conjunction with other autoimmune diseases such as hypothyroidism, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), vitiligo, lupus etc. Symptoms include stiffness, swelling and weakness at the joints, lumps and redness on the skin, compromised movements, bone erosion and joint deformity.

Allergic Conjunctivitis: Conjunctiva is a thin membrane that layers the inside of the eyelids. Inflammation of the conjunctiva is referred to as conjunctivitis. It is also called pink eye. Conjunctivitis manifests as symptoms such as redness, grittiness, pain, itching and tearing of the eyes. Allergic conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva due to an allergic reaction to foreign substances such as spores, pollen, grit, and grime.