Ketorolac

usgb/ˌkɛtəˈroʊlæk/
noun

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve moderate to severe pain.

A doctor prescribed ketorolac for her post-surgery pain.
Visual representation of "ketorolac" - Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve moderate to severe pain.

Often appears as...

  • post-operative care
  • acute pain

Usage tips

Neutral

pain relief, post-surgery, inflammatory conditions

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Medical Terminology

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Correct Pronunciation

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Caution in Use

It is important to understand its side effects when discussing ketorolac in non-medical conversations.

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