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Ketorolac is a drug that is commonly used for the short-term treatment ranging from moderate to severe pain in adults, usually after surgery. The pain reduction helps you recover more comfortably and easily from surgery and also helps you return to your regular daily activity sooner. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).Ketorolac should not be used for mild or ongoing painful conditions.

This medication should be taken orally, most commonly every 4 or 6 hours with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) unless your doctor recommends you to do otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. You may also take it with food, milk.

If your doctor has prescribed ketorolac by mouth without first receiving ketorolac injection, promptly consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Though it is very unlikely to occur, a severe allergic reaction is possible after taking the first dose.

Never not increase your dose or the rate at which you take the medication, or use it for more than 5 days in total (injection and tablets) even if you missed your previous dose. Do not take more than 40 milligrams per day of ketorolac by mouth. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor or pharmacist.

If you are taking this drug only when you need it (not on a regular schedule), remember that all pain medications work best if they are used right after the appearance of the first signs of pain as the medication may not work if you wait until it worsens.