# Ketorolac Tromethamine (Ketorolac Tromethamine)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/ketorolac-tromethamine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Ketorolac Tromethamine?

Ketorolac Tromethamine is a prescription medication used to treat inflammation and conjunctiviti. Across the United States, 17,000 doctors prescribe Ketorolac to approximately 798,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Ketorolac Tromethamine

## Indications

Ketorolac Tromethamine is prescribed for several conditions including inflammation, conjunctivitis, allergic, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Allergic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/allergic)
- [Pain](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pain)
- [Photophobia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/photophobia)

## Mechanism of action

Ketorolac Tromethamine belongs to a class of medications known as analgesics. It works by affecting specific biological processes in the body to produce its therapeutic effect.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Analgesic
- Route of administration: INTRAMUSCULAR

## Common side effects

Body as a Whole: fever, infections, sepsis Cardiovascular: congestive heart failure, palpitation, pallor, tachycardia, syncope Dermatologic: alopecia, photosensitivity, urticaria Gastrointestinal: anorexia, dry mouth, eructation, esophagitis, excessive thirst, gastritis, glossitis, hematemesis, hepa

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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