Ketorolol, gel 2% 30 g

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), has a pronounced analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. The mechanism of action is associated with non-selective inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) activity – COX-1 and COX-2, catalyzing the formation of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid, which play an important role in the pathogenesis of pain, inflammation and fever.

Ketorolac is a racemic mixture of [-]S and [+]R enantiomers, with analgesic effect due to the [-]S form. When applied topically, it alleviates or disappears pain at the gel application site, including joint pain at rest and on movement, reduces morning stiffness and joint swelling.

Helps to increase the volume of movement.

Indications

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Composition

How to take, the dosage

Interaction

Pharmacokinetic interaction with drugs competing for binding to plasma proteins is not excluded.

Cautious use of ketorolac with digoxin, phenytoin, lithium preparations, diuretics, cyclosporine, methotrexate, other NSAIDs, hypotensive and antidiabetic agents should be observed. consult a physician before using the gel if the patient is using these drugs or is under medical supervision.

Special Instructions

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Overdose

Cases of overdose of the gel have not been described.

Treatment: In case of accidental ingestion of the gel it is necessary to cleanse the stomach (induction of vomiting, activated charcoal intake) and consult a doctor. Further treatment, if necessary, is symptomatic.

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