Where should a Toradol injection be given?
This medication is given by injection into a muscle or vein as directed by your doctor. It may be given as a one-time dose or given on a regular schedule. If given on a regular schedule, it is usually injected every 6 hours as needed, or as directed by your doctor. This drug must not be injected into the spine.
How do you administer a Toradol injection?
When administering Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, the IV bolus must be given over no less than 15 seconds. The IM administration should be given slowly and deeply into the muscle. The analgesic effect begins in ~30 minutes with maximum effect in 1 to 2 hours after dosing IV or IM.
Why do you have to sit up after taking Toradol?
Take this medication with meals or a snack to reduce stomach upset. After you have taken the medication, remain sitting or standing upright for 15 to 30 minutes to further reduce acid from the stomach irritating the throat.
How long does a Toradol injection stay in your system?
How long does Toradol injection last in your system? Toradol tablets have an average elimination half-life of 5 to 6 hours. This is the amount of time it takes your body to reduce plasma levels by half. It takes approximately 5.5 times the elimination half-life for a drug to be completely eliminated from your system.
Why is Toradol bad?
TORADOL (ketorolac tromethamine) is a potent NSAID and may cause serious side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding or kidney failure, which may result in hospitalization and even fatal outcome.
How long does Toradol stay in your system?
Toradol tablets have an average elimination half-life of 5 to 6 hours. This is the amount of time it takes your body to reduce plasma levels by half. It takes approximately 5.5 times the elimination half-life for a drug to be completely eliminated from your system.
Can I take ibuprofen after a TORADOL injection?
Interactions between your drugs Using ketorolac together with ibuprofen is not recommended. Combining these medications may increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.