Ketolac Tablet

Ketolac Tablet belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) painkillers and analgesics. Ketolac Tablet is used short-term to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation. Ketolac Tablet also works by alleviating the body of high temperature and fever. Ketolac 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. 

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

Ketolac Tablet is a prescription-only medicine. It is available as a tablet, an injection and a topical solution. Ketolac 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 Ketolac Tablet, to NSAIDs or any of the components of Ketolac 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 Ketolac Tablet is not recommended for use in these states. Consult your doctor before taking alcohol with Ketolac Tablet.

Ketolac Tablet is an NSAID used as a painkiller for short-term pain management. Ketolac 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). Ketolac Tablet works by reducing the levels of inflammatory substances called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced at the site of injury and cause inflammation and pain. Ketolac Tablet blocks pain signals, so the brain doesn’t perceive the severity of pain. Thus, Ketolac 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

Ketolac Tablet should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components or to NSAIDs in general. Ketolac 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). Ketolac 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 Ketolac Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it is not recommended for use in these states. Avoid Ketolac Tablet with alcohol as there may be an interaction. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ketolac Tablet as it can alter your mental ability to think clearly and cause drowsiness and giddiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ketolac 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: Ketolac Tablet may interact with high-fat foods and alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Ketolac 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 Ketolac Tablet exactly as prescribed. 

• In case you miss a dose of Ketolac 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 Ketolac Tablet however, if you accidentally take extra doses of Ketolac 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.

• Ketolac Tablet is not meant for use in children.

• Ketolac Tablet is not meant for use for mild pain.

• Ketolac Tablet is not meant for long-term use.

• Do not discontinue taking Ketolac Tablet abruptly or without the advice of the physician.

• Please know that your doctor may order blood tests to check the effects of Ketolac Tablet on your blood as Ketolac 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.