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Brand Names: Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail

Generic Name: ketorolac ophthalmic (Pronunciation: KEE toe ROLE ak)

• What is ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What are the possible side effects of ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What is the most important information I should know about ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before I use ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• How should I use ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What happens if I overdose (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What should I avoid while using ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• What other drugs will affect ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?

Ketorolac is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Ketorolac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Ketorolac ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to relieve eye itching caused by seasonal allergies.

Ketorolac ophthalmic is also used to reduce swelling, pain, and burning or stinging after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.

Ketorolac ophthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• severe burning, stinging, or itching of your eyes;
• eye pain, redness, or watering;
• vision changes, increased sensitivity to light;
• white patches on your eyes; or
• crusting or drainage from your eyes.

Less serious side effects may include:

• mild burning, stinging, or itching of your eyes;
• swollen or puffy eyelids; or
• headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about ketorolac ophthalmic (Acular, Acular LS, Acular PF, Acuvail)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ketorolac or other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).

Before using ketorolac ophthalmic, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any medications, or if you have a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder, diabetes, arthritis, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, or if you have had other recent eye surgeries.

Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin).

Use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Using the medication for longer than prescribed may increase the risk of serious side effects on your eyes.

While you are using this medication, do not wear any contact lens that has not been approved by your doctor. Do not use any other eye medications unless your doctor has prescribed them.

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