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Can you take Influenza virus vaccine, h1n1, live with Toradol?

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Drug interactions

Moderate drug interactions

Moderate:

ketorolac influenza virus vaccine, H1N1, live

Applies to: Toradol (ketorolac) and influenza virus vaccine, h1n1, live

Ask your doctor before taking ketorolac together or within the same day of vaccination with influenza virus vaccine, H1N1, live. This combination may alter the effects of your vaccine. Follow your doctor's instructions on the dose and time of administration of ketorolac. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate food/lifestyle interactions

Moderate:

ketorolac Alcohol (Ethanol)

Applies to: Toradol (ketorolac)

Ask your doctor before using ketorolac together with ethanol (alcohol). Do not drink alcohol while taking ketorolac. Alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding caused by ketorolac. Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of bleeding in your stomach or intestines. This includes black, bloody, or tarry stools, or coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Disease interactions

31 potential interactions Applies to: 28 conditions, including High Blood Pressure, Heart Failure, Asthma, Gastritis/Duodenitis, and Anemia.

Alcoholism

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Alcoholism.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Anemia

Moderate:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a moderate potential interaction with Anemia.

Anemia has been reported in patients treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This may be due to fluid retention, occult/gross blood loss, or an incompletely described effect on erythropoiesis. Hemoglobin or hematocrit should be monitored in patients with any signs/symptoms of anemia or blood loss, especially during long-term therapy. NSAIDs may increase risk of bleeding events; comorbid conditions (e.g., coagulation disorders; concomitant use of warfarin/other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, serotonin/serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) may increase this risk, and patients with these conditions should be monitored for signs of bleeding. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to anemia. Clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function may be appropriate, particularly during chronic therapy.

Asthma

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Asthma.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are contraindicated in patients with history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs; severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients. A subpopulation of patients with asthma may have aspirin-sensitive asthma which may include chronic rhinosinusitis complicated by nasal polyps, severe potentially fatal bronchospasm, and/or intolerance to aspirin and other NSAIDs. Since cross-reactivity between aspirin and other NSAIDs has been reported in such aspirin-sensitive patients, therapy with any NSAID should be avoided in patients with this form of aspirin sensitivity. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting asthma (without known aspirin sensitivity), and these patients should be monitored for changes in the signs and symptoms of asthma.

Bleeding Disorder

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.

The use of ketorolac is considered by the manufacturer to be contraindicated in patients with suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding, hemorrhagic diathesis, incomplete hemostasis, or a high risk of bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs, including ketorolac, should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding.

Moderate:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a moderate potential interaction with Bleeding Disorder.

Anemia has been reported in patients treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This may be due to fluid retention, occult/gross blood loss, or an incompletely described effect on erythropoiesis. Hemoglobin or hematocrit should be monitored in patients with any signs/symptoms of anemia or blood loss, especially during long-term therapy. NSAIDs may increase risk of bleeding events; comorbid conditions (e.g., coagulation disorders; concomitant use of warfarin/other anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, serotonin/serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) may increase this risk, and patients with these conditions should be monitored for signs of bleeding. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to anemia. Clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function may be appropriate, particularly during chronic therapy.

Cerebrovascular Insufficiency

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Cerebrovascular Insufficiency.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).

NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.

The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.

Coagulation Defects and Disorders

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Coagulation Defects and Disorders.

The use of ketorolac is considered by the manufacturer to be contraindicated in patients with suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding, hemorrhagic diathesis, incomplete hemostasis, or a high risk of bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs, including ketorolac, should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding.

Colonic Ulceration

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Colonic Ulceration.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Dehydration

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Dehydration.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with advanced renal impairment or increased risk for renal failure due to volume depletion. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The use of NSAIDs may be associated with renal toxicities, including elevations in serum creatinine and BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, acute interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and renal failure. In patients with prerenal conditions whose renal perfusion may be dependent on the function of renal prostaglandins, NSAIDs may precipitate overt renal decompensation via a dose-related inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include geriatric patients and those with impaired renal function, heart failure, liver dysfunction, or substantial volume and/or sodium depletion (e.g., due to diuretics). Therapy with ketorolac should be administered cautiously in such patients, and hypovolemia and hyponatremia should be corrected prior to initiating treatment. Clinical monitoring of renal function is recommended during therapy. If renal function declines or renal failure occurs, prompt discontinuation of ketorolac therapy will usually lead to recovery to the pretreatment state. Since ketorolac and its metabolites are eliminated by the kidney, a reduction to half the normal dosage with a maximum of 60 mg/day is recommended in patients with moderately impaired renal function to avoid drug accumulation.

Dermatitis, Drug-Induced

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Dermatitis, Drug-Induced.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause serious skin adverse reactions (e.g., Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and exfoliative dermatitis), which can be fatal. NSAIDs can also cause fixed drug eruption, and may present as generalized bullous fixed drug eruption, which can be life-threatening. These serious events may occur without warning. Patients should be advised to discontinue the NSAID and seek medical attention promptly at the first sign of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity. NSAIDs are contraindicated in patients with previous serious skin reactions to these drugs.

Fluid Retention

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Fluid Retention.

Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.

Gastritis/Duodenitis

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Gastritis/Duodenitis.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Gastrointestinal Perforation

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Gastrointestinal Perforation.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Heart Failure

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Heart Failure.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with advanced renal impairment or increased risk for renal failure due to volume depletion. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The use of NSAIDs may be associated with renal toxicities, including elevations in serum creatinine and BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, acute interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and renal failure. In patients with prerenal conditions whose renal perfusion may be dependent on the function of renal prostaglandins, NSAIDs may precipitate overt renal decompensation via a dose-related inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include geriatric patients and those with impaired renal function, heart failure, liver dysfunction, or substantial volume and/or sodium depletion (e.g., due to diuretics). Therapy with ketorolac should be administered cautiously in such patients, and hypovolemia and hyponatremia should be corrected prior to initiating treatment. Clinical monitoring of renal function is recommended during therapy. If renal function declines or renal failure occurs, prompt discontinuation of ketorolac therapy will usually lead to recovery to the pretreatment state. Since ketorolac and its metabolites are eliminated by the kidney, a reduction to half the normal dosage with a maximum of 60 mg/day is recommended in patients with moderately impaired renal function to avoid drug accumulation.

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Heart Failure.

Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.

High Blood Pressure

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with High Blood Pressure.

Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including some topical formulations. NSAIDs (including topicals) can lead to new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension, either of which can contribute to the increased incidence of cardiovascular events. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or history of heart failure. NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with severe heart failure unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of worsening heart failure; if an NSAID is used in such patients, they should be monitored for signs of worsening heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.

History, Peptic Ulcer

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with History, Peptic Ulcer.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

History - Cerebrovascular Disease

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with History - Cerebrovascular Disease.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).

NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.

The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.

History - Myocardial Infarction

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with History - Myocardial Infarction.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).

NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.

The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.

Hyperkalemia

Moderate:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a moderate potential interaction with Hyperkalemia.

Increases in serum potassium concentration (including hyperkalemia) have been reported with use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), even in some patients without renal impairment. In patients with normal renal function, these effects have been attributed to a hyporeninemic-hypoaldosteronism state. Caution is advised in patients with hyperkalemia.

Hyponatremia

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Hyponatremia.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with advanced renal impairment or increased risk for renal failure due to volume depletion. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The use of NSAIDs may be associated with renal toxicities, including elevations in serum creatinine and BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, acute interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and renal failure. In patients with prerenal conditions whose renal perfusion may be dependent on the function of renal prostaglandins, NSAIDs may precipitate overt renal decompensation via a dose-related inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include geriatric patients and those with impaired renal function, heart failure, liver dysfunction, or substantial volume and/or sodium depletion (e.g., due to diuretics). Therapy with ketorolac should be administered cautiously in such patients, and hypovolemia and hyponatremia should be corrected prior to initiating treatment. Clinical monitoring of renal function is recommended during therapy. If renal function declines or renal failure occurs, prompt discontinuation of ketorolac therapy will usually lead to recovery to the pretreatment state. Since ketorolac and its metabolites are eliminated by the kidney, a reduction to half the normal dosage with a maximum of 60 mg/day is recommended in patients with moderately impaired renal function to avoid drug accumulation.

Ischemic Heart Disease

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Ischemic Heart Disease.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Clinical trials of several cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective and nonselective NSAIDs of up to 3 years duration have supported this increased risk. It is unclear from available data if the risk for cardiovascular thrombotic events is similar for all NSAIDs. Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Patients should be treated with the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration necessary. Appropriate antiplatelet therapy should be administered to patients requiring cardioprotection; however, there is no consistent evidence that concurrent use of aspirin mitigates the increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events associated with NSAID use, while the risk of serious gastrointestinal events is increased. Physicians and patients should remain alert for the development of adverse cardiovascular events throughout the entire duration of therapy, even without prior cardiovascular symptoms. Patients should be advised to promptly seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of cardiovascular thrombotic events (including chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurring of speech).

NSAIDs are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Two large clinical trials of a COX-2 selective NSAID for the treatment of pain in the first 10 to 14 days following CABG surgery found an increased incidence of myocardial infarction and stroke.

The use of NSAIDs should be avoided in patients with a recent myocardial infarction unless the benefits are expected to outweigh the risk of recurrent cardiovascular thrombotic events. If an NSAID is used in patients with a recent myocardial infarction, they should be monitored for signs of cardiac ischemia.

Liver Disease

Moderate:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a moderate potential interaction with Liver Disease.

Therapy with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting liver disease. Periodic monitoring of liver function is recommended during prolonged therapy. NSAIDs are also highly protein-bound and some are extensively metabolized by the liver. Metabolic activity and/or plasma protein binding may be altered in patients with hepatic impairment. A dosage reduction may be required in some cases.

Noninfectious Colitis

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Noninfectious Colitis.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Peptic Ulcer

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Peptic Ulcer.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulcers, recent gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation, or a history of peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal mucosal damage, the risk of which appears to be related to both dosage and duration of therapy. Serious GI toxicity such as bleeding, ulceration and perforation can occur at any time, with or without warning symptoms, in patients treated with ketorolac. Therapy with ketorolac should be considered and administered cautiously in patients with a history of GI inflammation or alcoholism, particularly if they are elderly and/or debilitated, since such patients may be more susceptible to the GI toxicity of NSAIDs and seem to tolerate ulceration and bleeding less well than other individuals. Close monitoring for toxicity is recommended during ketorolac therapy, which should be limited to 5 days regardless of the route of administration.

Renal Dysfunction

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

The use of ketorolac is contraindicated in patients with advanced renal impairment or increased risk for renal failure due to volume depletion. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The use of NSAIDs may be associated with renal toxicities, including elevations in serum creatinine and BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, acute interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and renal failure. In patients with prerenal conditions whose renal perfusion may be dependent on the function of renal prostaglandins, NSAIDs may precipitate overt renal decompensation via a dose-related inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. Patients at greatest risk for this reaction include geriatric patients and those with impaired renal function, heart failure, liver dysfunction, or substantial volume and/or sodium depletion (e.g., due to diuretics). Therapy with ketorolac should be administered cautiously in such patients, and hypovolemia and hyponatremia should be corrected prior to initiating treatment. Clinical monitoring of renal function is recommended during therapy. If renal function declines or renal failure occurs, prompt discontinuation of ketorolac therapy will usually lead to recovery to the pretreatment state. Since ketorolac and its metabolites are eliminated by the kidney, a reduction to half the normal dosage with a maximum of 60 mg/day is recommended in patients with moderately impaired renal function to avoid drug accumulation.

Moderate:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a moderate potential interaction with Renal Dysfunction.

Increases in serum potassium concentration (including hyperkalemia) have been reported with use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), even in some patients without renal impairment. In patients with normal renal function, these effects have been attributed to a hyporeninemic-hypoaldosteronism state. Caution is advised in patients with hyperkalemia.

Thrombocytopathy

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Thrombocytopathy.

The use of ketorolac is considered by the manufacturer to be contraindicated in patients with suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding, hemorrhagic diathesis, incomplete hemostasis, or a high risk of bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs, including ketorolac, should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding.

Thrombocytopenia

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Thrombocytopenia.

The use of ketorolac is considered by the manufacturer to be contraindicated in patients with suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding, hemorrhagic diathesis, incomplete hemostasis, or a high risk of bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs, including ketorolac, should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding.

Vitamin K Deficiency

Major:

Toradol

The ketorolac in Toradol has a major potential interaction with Vitamin K Deficiency.

The use of ketorolac is considered by the manufacturer to be contraindicated in patients with suspected or confirmed cerebrovascular bleeding, hemorrhagic diathesis, incomplete hemostasis, or a high risk of bleeding. Ketorolac is a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. With the exception of aspirin, the platelet effects seen with most NSAIDs at usual recommended dosages are generally slight and of relatively short duration but may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with NSAIDs, including ketorolac, should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding.

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A total of 482 drugs are known to interact with Toradol.

Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

Further information

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