Ketorolac (Toradol) is an NSAID.

Use Ketorolac (Toradol) as directed by your doctor.

Do not use this medication for more than 5 days. Ketorolac (Toradol) is not for the treatment of mild to moderate or chronic pain (eg, headache).

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; gas; headache; indigestion; mouth sores; nausea; purple patches under the skin; stomach fullness; stomach pain; sweating; swelling; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black stools; dark urine or pale stools; fainting; fluid retention; hallucinations; meningitis; persistent stomach/abdominal pain; pounding in the chest; psychosis; rectal bleeding; seizures; severe and continuing nausea; shortness of breath; stomach perforation; tightness in chest; tremors; ulcers; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual fatigue; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider.

Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Aspirin, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine), or NSAIDs (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib) because side effects, such as increased risk of intestinal bleeding, may occur
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) or cyclosporine because the actions and side effects of Ketorolac (Toradol) and these medicines may be increased
Aminoglycosides (eg, gentamicin), heparin, lithium, or methotrexate because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ketorolac (Toradol) may interact with other medicines that you take.

Contact 1-800-222-1222 your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant

if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

if you have asthma, nasal polyps, kidney problems, dehydration, liver disease or other liver problems, heart failure or other heart problems, high blood pressure, stomach or intestinal problems (eg, ulcer, bleeding), or a blood-clotting disorder

if you drink more than 3 alcohol-containing drinks a day

Do not double doses tomake up for a missed dose.

The short-term (up to 5 days) treatment of moderate to severe pain (usually after surgery), alone or in combination with other medicines.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store away from heat and direct light.

The following factors increase the risk of serious stomach problems in patients being treated with NSAIDs: history of stomach bleeding or ulcer disease, long-term use of NSAIDs, smoking, use of alcohol, poor health, older age, use of certain medicines such as anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) or corticosteroids (eg, prednisone) while taking an NSAID. To reduce your risk of serious side effects, take Ketorolac (Toradol) exactly as instructed, at the lowest dose possible, and for the shortest time needed.

Do not take other anti-inflammatory medicines while you are taking Ketorolac (Toradol).

If you drink more than 3 alcohol-containing drinks a day, do not take Ketorolac (Toradol) without first discussing it with your doctor.
Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking amphetamines (eg, dextroamphetamine), bisphosphonates (eg, alendronate), or diuretics or "water pills" (eg, hydrochlorothiazide).

If you have any questions about Ketorolac (Toradol), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.