Dispel the Myth That Ketorolac Is a Stronger NSAID
Is ketorolac better than other NSAIDs for acute pain?
The quick answer is hardly ever.
Ketorolac is sometimes used for acute pain in the emergency department or after procedures. It often works as well as an opioid...and the injectable can be used in patients who can't take an oral NSAID.
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