Ketorolac ophthalmic Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 15, 2023.
Applies to ketorolac ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
Serious side effects
Along with its needed effects, ketorolac ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking ketorolac ophthalmic:
More common
- Itching, redness, tearing, or other sign of eye irritation not present before use of this medicine or becoming worse during use
- redness of the clear part of the eye
- sensitivity to light
- swelling of the eye
- swelling of the eyelids
- tearing
- throbbing pain
Rare
- Blurred vision or other change in vision
- eye irritation or redness
Incidence not known
- Cough
- noisy breathing
- tightness in the chest
- trouble breathing
Other side effects
Some side effects of ketorolac ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Stinging or burning of the eye when medicine is applied
Rare
- Dry eyes
- headache
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to ketorolac ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
General
The most frequently reported side effects were transient stinging and burning on instillation.[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Intraocular pressure increased, conjunctival hyperemia, conjunctival hemorrhage, corneal edema, ocular pain, tearing, vision blurred, corneal infiltrates, ocular edema, iritis, ocular inflammation, ocular irritation, superficial keratitis, superficial ocular infection, conjunctivitis, ocular pruritus, keratic precipitates, retinal hemorrhage, cystoid macular edema, eye trauma, ptosis, blepharitis, photophobia, corneal lesion, glaucoma
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Ulcerative keratitis, eye dryness, epiphora, corneal ulcer
Postmarketing reports: Corneal erosion, corneal perforation, corneal thinning, corneal melt, epithelial breakdown[Ref]
Local
Very common (10% or more): Transient stinging (up to 40%), burning (up to 40%)
Common (1% to 10%): Local allergic reaction[Ref]
Nervous system
Common (1% to 10%): Headache[Ref]
Respiratory
Postmarketing reports: Bronchospasm, asthma exacerbated[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Common (1% to 10%): Hypersensitivity reaction[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. Acular (ketorolac). Allergan Inc. 2001.
2. Product Information. Acular LS (ketorolac ophthalmic). Allergan Inc. 2003.
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. UK Summary of Product Characteristics.
4. Cerner Multum, Inc. Australian Product Information.
5. Product Information. Acuvail (ketorolac ophthalmic). Allergan Inc. 2016.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.