Ketorolac Tromethamine

( Acuvail )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Sep 07, 2022

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Ketorolac tromethamine

Common Brands:

Acuvail, Acular LS, Acular

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Forms:

Eye drops

Administration:

Instilled into the eye

Therapeutic Uses:

Pain and inflammation after cataract surgery, corneal refractive surgery, or other complicated ocular surgeries
Temporary relief of itchy eyes due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

Ketorolac Drug Class

Ketorolac (kee-toe-role-ak) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Ketorolac Age Range

Ketorolac is approved for use in adults to control pain and inflammation after eye surgery. It is also approved for use in adults and children 2 years of age and older to relieve eye itching caused by seasonal allergies. The use of ketorolac ophthalmic in children under the age of 2 years must be determined by a doctor.

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