About ketorolac tromethamine
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory eye medicine
Used for
- Reduces eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery.
Usual adult dose
One drop in the affected eye twice daily, starting one day before surgery and continuing for two weeks after surgery.
Common side effects
- Brief burning or stinging
- Eye irritation
- Eye redness
- Headache
Important warnings
- May slow healing or increase bleeding risk after eye surgery.
- Use cautiously with corneal problems or a history of eye surgery complications.
- Avoid contaminating the dropper tip; contact lenses should not be worn during treatment.
- Stop and seek care for severe eye pain or vision changes.
Pregnancy
Use only when needed; avoid late pregnancy because NSAIDs may harm the fetus.
Breastfeeding
Absorption into the body is low; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Other eye medicines may need to be spaced apart.
- Other NSAIDs or blood thinners may increase bleeding risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.