Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet

Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet is a prescription pain reliever that contains 10 mg of ketorolac in each tablet. It belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class and is used for short-term relief of moderate to severe pain, especially when stronger pain control is needed after surgery or for other acute pain. Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet is intended for short-term use only and is not for chronic pain management.

How it works: Ketorolac works by blocking substances in the body called prostaglandins, which help cause pain, swelling, and fever. As a tablet, Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the stomach and intestines to help reduce pain from the inside out.

Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet is the standard oral tablet strength for ketorolac and is used only when a doctor has decided that this specific dose is appropriate. Because ketorolac has a higher risk of stomach bleeding, kidney problems, and other serious side effects, the 10 mg tablet is used for short-term treatment and is often chosen after an initial injectable dose or when a lower oral dose is not enough. Compared with lower-strength pain medicines, Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet can provide stronger NSAID pain relief, but it also needs more careful dosing and monitoring.

• Short-term treatment of moderate to severe pain
• Pain relief after surgery
• Acute musculoskeletal pain
• Dental pain
• Inflammatory pain when a doctor prescribes an NSAID

• Swallow Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed and for the shortest time possible.
• You may take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not take more often than directed to avoid serious side effects.
• Do not use it with other NSAIDs unless your prescriber tells you to.
• If your doctor has given a schedule, follow the timing carefully and do not extend treatment on your own.

Each Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet provides 10 mg of ketorolac. The exact number of doses per day depends on your doctor’s instructions, but oral ketorolac is generally taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, with a maximum of 40 mg per day from tablets. This medicine is only for short-term use, and your doctor decides whether this 10 mg strength is appropriate for you.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ketorolac may include:

• Stomach upset
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Headache

• Do not use Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet for more than 5 days unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• This 10 mg tablet can increase the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding, especially at higher total daily doses.
• Avoid alcohol because it can raise the risk of stomach bleeding and irritation.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, dehydration, heart disease, high blood pressure, or a history of ulcers.
• Do not take it if you are pregnant, especially in the third trimester, unless a clinician specifically approves it.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so be careful when driving or operating machinery.
• Tell your doctor if you have asthma that worsens with aspirin or NSAIDs.

• Other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Aspirin, including high-dose aspirin
• Blood thinners such as warfarin, apixaban, or rivaroxaban
• Diuretics or blood pressure medicines, especially ACE inhibitors or ARBs
• SSRIs or SNRIs, which can raise bleeding risk

Store Ketoscan 10 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.