NSAID
Ketorolac
Toradol No ASTM class color (white) 15 mg/mL, 30 mg/mL
Potent IV NSAID — ask the surgeon about bleeding first.
Typical adult doses
| Indication | Dose | Onset | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analgesia | 15–30 mg IV (15 mg if ≥ 65 y, < 50 kg, or renal impairment); max 5 days | — | — |
Mechanism
Nonselective COX inhibitor.
Key effects
- Analgesia, anti-inflammatory
Watch out for
- Bleeding, renal injury, GI ulceration
- Surgeon preference (e.g., some orthopedic/plastic cases)
Pimp questions
Pimp question
Who gets the lower 15 mg ketorolac dose?
Answer
Patients ≥ 65 years, < 50 kg, or with renal impairment.