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Ketorolac

Ketorolac is a pain killer under the group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs used to relieve pain. Due to its tendency to damage the kidney, these are not prescribed for more than five days. It reduces inflammation by reducing prostaglandin production. Some of its adverse effects are tinnitus, dizziness, diarrhea or constipation, rashes, nausea, etc. Ketorolac administration usually starts as an intravenous injection followed by oral if necessary for not more than five days.

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