Toradol, also known as ketorolac, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) usually used to treat severe pain after surgery, according to Drug Information Online. It decreases certain hormones in your body from causing inflammation. Toradol is available in injectable form and as a tablet.
Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Toradol include stomach pain, drowsiness, headache, nausea and indigestion, according to the Mayo Clinic. You may also experience drowsiness, diarrhea, dizziness or ringing in your ears.
Serious Side Effects
You may need immediate medical attention if you experience trouble with breathing; swelling of your face, lips, throat or tongue; or hives. These side effects may indicate an allergic reaction. Other serious side effects include rapid weight gain and fever, according to Drug Information Online. Slurred speech, coughing up blood, a sore throat and convulsion are also serious side effects of Toradol. Toradol has the potential to increase your risk of heart or circulatory problems, including heart attack or stroke. This risk increases the longer you use Toradol.
Rare Side Effects
The Mayo Clinic states that rare side effects include bleeding sores on your lips, chest pain, blue fingernails and vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grinds. Rectal bleeding, chest tightness and wheezing are additional rare side effects of Toradol.
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