About

Toradol is used for the short-term (up to 5 days) treatment of moderate to severe pain (usually after surgery), alone or in combination with other medicines. Toradol is an NSAID. It reduces inflammation by preventing certain chemicals (prostaglandins) from being produced by the injured tissue.

How to take

Use Toradol as directed by your doctor. * Toradol may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not decrease the risk of stomach or bowel problems (such as bleeding or ulcers) that may occur while taking Toradol. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you experience persistent stomach upset. * Do not use this medication for more than 5 days. Toradol is not for the treatment of mild to moderate or chronic pain (e.g., headache). Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Toradol.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Toradol, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Warnings and precautions

Do not use Toradol if: * you are allergic to any ingredient in Toradol; * you have had a severe allergic reaction (e.g., severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, dizziness) to aspirin or an NSAID (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib) ; * you are taking an aminoglycoside (e.g., gentamicin), heparin, methotrexate, probenecid, tacrolimus, aspirin, or another NSAID (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib); * you are breast-feeding, in labor or delivery, or you are scheduled to have surgery; * you have a history of ulcers or severe stomach problems (e.g., bleeding, perforation); * you are in your second or third trimester of pregnancy; * you have severe kidney problems (including risk for kidney failure), or you have or are at risk for bleeding problems (e.g., stroke, hemorrhage).

Side effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome: * constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; gas; headache; indigestion; mouth sores; nausea; purple patches under the skin; stomach fullness; stomach pain; sweating; swelling; vomiting. Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur: * severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black stools; dark urine or pale stools; fainting; fluid retention; hallucinations; meningitis; persistent stomach/abdominal pain; pounding in the chest; psychosis; rectal bleeding; seizures; severe and continuing nausea; shortness of breath; stomach perforation; tightness in chest; tremors; ulcers; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual fatigue; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Storage

Store Toradol at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Toradol out of the reach of children and away from pets.