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Molecule

Ketorolac

Also known as ketorolac tromethamine
Available on requestCold chainOphthalmologyRheumatology
Presentations
15
Brands
5
Manufacturers
3
Available from stock
0

Ketorolac is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor indicated for the temporary relief of ocular itching due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, among other approved uses. It is available as injection, tablets and eye drops for intramuscular, intravenous and oral use. MedsAcross supplies Ketorolac for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Cyclooxygenase Inhibitor, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug, Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
ATC classification
M01AB15 Ketorolac · Anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic medicines, subgroup M01A, subgroup M01ABS01BC05 Ketorolac · Eye medicines, subgroup S01B, subgroup S01BC
US FDA first approval
30 November 1989
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Intramuscular, Intravenous, Oral, Ophthalmic, Nasal
Dosage forms
Injection, Tablet, Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution, Nasal spray
Identifiers
UNII YZI5105V0LRxCUI 35827CAS 74103-06-3DrugBank DB00465Q2014797

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

ACULAR is indicated for the temporary relief of ocular itching due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. ACULAR is also indicated for the treatment of postoperative inflammation in patients who have undergone cataract extraction. ACULAR is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) indicated for: The temporary relief of ocular itching due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. The treatment of inflammation following cataract surgery.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

Ketorolac tromethamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug which, when administered systemically, has demonstrated analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-pyretic activity. The mechanism of its action is thought to be due to its ability to inhibit prostaglandin biosynthesis.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

For temporary relief of ocular itching due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, apply one drop of ACULAR to the affected eye(s) four times a day. For the treatment of postoperative inflammation in patients who have undergone cataract extraction, apply one drop of ACULAR to the affected eye four times daily beginning 24 hours after cataract surgery and continuing through the first 2 weeks of the postoperative period.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

ACULAR solution is contraindicated in patients with previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation. Hypersensitivity to any component of this product.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Delayed healing. Cross-sensitivity or hypersensitivity. Increased bleeding time due to interference with thrombocyte aggregation. Corneal effects including keratitis

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Delayed Healing Cross-Sensitivity or Hypersensitivity Increased Bleeding Time Corneal Effects The most frequent adverse reactions reported by up to 40% of patients participating in clinical trials have been transient stinging and burning on instillation.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

15 presentations of Ketorolac, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Ketorolac 10 mg tabletOralGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 30 mg/1 mL injectionIntramuscular, intravenousGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 15 mg/1 mL injectionIntramuscular, intravenousGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 60 mg/2 mL injectionIntramuscularGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 5 mg/mL ophthalmic solutionOphthalmicGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 5 mg/mL eye dropsOphthalmicGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 60 mg/2 mL injectionIntramuscular, intravenousGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 30 mg/1 mL injectionIntramuscularGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 4 mg/mL eye dropsOphthalmicGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Ketrolac Tromethamine 15 mg/1 mL injectionIntramuscular, intravenousAnthea PharmaIndiaUS FDAAvailable on request
Sprix 15.75 mg nasal sprayNasal Cold chainZyla Life SciencesUS FDAAvailable on request
Acular 5 mg/mL eye dropsOphthalmicAllerganUS FDAAvailable on request
Acular LS 4 mg/mL eye dropsOphthalmicAllerganUS FDAAvailable on request
Acuvail 4.5 mg/mL eye dropsOphthalmicAllerganUS FDAAvailable on request
Ketorolac 30 mg/mL injectionIntramuscularGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

5 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

Manufacturers

Indian manufacturers are highlighted.

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 30 November 1989Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Conditions

Conditions linked to Ketorolac in public data. This is not a list of approved uses, see the clinical information.

Questions and answers

Is Ketorolac available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 15 presentations of Ketorolac and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents. Indian manufacturers include Anthea Pharma.

What brand names does Ketorolac have?

The catalogue lists 5 brand names for Ketorolac, including Acular, Acular LS, Acuvail, Ketrolac Tromethamine, Sprix.

Is Ketorolac approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Ketorolac on 30 November 1989, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Ketorolac need cold chain shipping?

At least one listed presentation of Ketorolac must be kept cold, so it is shipped in temperature-controlled packaging. Check the storage line on each presentation.

Which ATC class is Ketorolac in?

Ketorolac is classified under ATC code M01AB15 (Ketorolac).

References

  1. Acular prescribing information (Allergan). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 8 September 2025

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