Ketoford 10mg

Ketoford 10mg Tablet(Ketorolac Tromethamine dispersible)

Ketoford 10mg Tablet helps treat moderate to serious pain. It is a temporary treatment method that offers relief from pain. It eliminates inflammation, pain, and fever. This tablet is not suitable for treating prolonged pain.

The dose and duration of this tablet are decided by your healthcare provider. Take this tablet with food so that you do not face problems like stomach upset. You need to dissolve this tablet in water before you take it. If you have a history of heart stroke or heart problems, inform your healthcare provider.

Some common side effects you may notice with this tablet include visual disturbances, drowsiness and dizziness, pain, stomach pain, vomiting, and nausea.

When used for a longer duration, this tablet can result in serious issues like kidney problems and stomach bleeding. So, your physician may check your liver, and kidney functions regularly. He will also check levels of blood components when you need to use this tablet in the long run. 

Uses of Ketoford 10mg

Offers relief from pain

Benefits of Ketoford 10mg(Ketorolac Tromethamine dispersible)

This tablet offers temporary relief from infection, swelling, and pain that affects your muscles or joints. It obstructs chemical messengers present in the brain that inform us about being in pain.

This tablet is also helpful in relieving pain in different conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

To get the maximum benefits of this tablet, use it as per the prescription. Take this tablet as per the prescribed duration else it can be risky.

Make sure you take the lowest dose for a shorter span. It will help you perform your day-to-day activities better and stay active.

Side effects

• Stomach pain or epigastric pain
• Vomiting
• Appetite loss
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion
• Heartburn

The above side effects of this tablet are mild. They will go away with time. But, if they continue for a longer period, seek help from your healthcare provider.

How to use Ketoford 10mg tablet?

The doctor will give you the exact dose & duration for this tablet. You should follow his instructions. Take a glass of water. Dissolve this tablet in it and take it. Take it with meals.

How does Ketoford 10mg tablet(Ketorolac Tromethamine dispersible) work?

This tablet blocks the production of some chemical messengers that lead to infection and pain.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

This tablet is not safe to use with alcohol.

Pregnancy

Ketorolac Tromethamine dispersible tablet may not be safe to use during pregnancy. Only limited human studies are available to state that. But, animal studies have reported negative results on the baby. Your doctor can evaluate the possible risks before he prescribes this tablet to you. So, speak to your physician.

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding mothers should use this tablet with caution. They should stop breastfeeding until the treatment is going on and the medicine gets eliminated from the body.

Driving

This tablet can hamper your driving alertness. It can cause headaches, dizziness, visual disturbances, or even sleeping problems. So, avoid driving after its consumption.

Kidney

Patients with liver problems should take this tablet with caution. They may require dosage adjustments. So, please speak to your healthcare provider. If you have serious kidney disease, this tablet is not suitable for use.

Liver

This tablet should be used with extra care in patients with liver disease. They may need changes in dosage, so consult your healthcare provider. Patients having severe liver disease should not use this tablet. If you see any symptoms of jaundice while using this tablet, seek medical help.

What if I forget a dose of my tablet?

If you miss the dose of this tablet, you can take it immediately after you remember it. If you have the next dose in line, skip the missed dose of this tablet. Continue with the normal dose. Do not take a double dose.

 Speak to your healthcare provider if

• You have allergic reactions to this tablet or any of its ingredients.
• You have a stomach ulcer
• You have bleeding in the intestine or stomach
• You have kidney problems
• You have severe skin allergies
• You have asthma
• You have high blood pressure
• You have abnormalities in your urine
• You are diabetic

Ketoford 10mg tablet should not be used to treat pain that occurs during cardiac bypass surgery or other major surgery. Also, do not use this tablet if you have a bleeding disorder or you are taking antiplatelet medication.

Pregnant women should also avoid taking this tablet. Avoid using this tablet if you are on anti-gout medication or a painkiller like aspirin.

Precautions

• Do not let small children touch this tablet.
• Keep this tablet in a cool place.
• Do not expose this tablet to moisture & heat.
• Check the expiry date of this tablet before using it.
• Avoid using a damaged product.
• Keep this tablet at room temperature.

FAQs

Is Ketoford 10mg tablet a steroid or an antibiotic?

This tablet is not a steroid. This tablet is not an antibiotic. It is from NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) It helps offer relaxation in moderate to severe inflammation or pain.

Is Ketoford 10mg tablet an effective painkiller?

Ketorolac Tromethamine dispersible tablet is an ideal medicine to offer relief from inflammation and pain. It also helps offer relief in different types of pain like injuries, sprains, and strains. It helps treat gout &arthritis. This tablet is also useful to reduce infection and pain that occurs post-surgery.

Is this tablet safe to use?

This tablet is safe when used as per the dose & duration stated by the doctor. Take this tablet according to the directions. Do not miss any dose. Stick to the instructions stated by the physician. If any side effects bother you, discuss them with your healthcare provider.

Can I take this tablet without eating food?

Do not consume this tablet without eating food. It can cause an upset stomach. So, take it with food to avoid upset stomach issues.

 Can this tablet be taken daily?

Well, this tablet should be taken for the shortest span. Do not try to take it for more than five days. This tablet is not effective in managing chronic or minor pain.