A New way to take Toradol
Toradol is actually a brand name, but I mentioned it in the title because people are more familiar with that name. It’s also sold as Acular, Glicima, Supradol, Apo-Ketorolac, Ketanov and Ketorol.
The actual name of the drug is ketorolac tromethamine, or simply ketorolac. Most commonly it’s given as an oral tablet or injection.
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But there’s a new way to take ketorolac, and it has a new name – Sprix. Sprix comes from ROXRO PHARMA, Inc.
What makes Sprix special? It’s a nasal spray. Nasal sprays may be an easier alternative particularly for those who are tired of taking injections.
Ketorolac is non-narcotic, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It’s often used for fever and moderate to severe pain relief. Obviously as an anti-inflammatory it’s helpful for reducing swelling and inflammation.
It’s not usually recommended for chronic conditions, however is an option for short term pain relief (usually up to 5 days).
Sprix is not yet available, but was just approved on the 17th of May (2010) by the FDA in the United States, so it should be available soon and will probably be a well accepted alternative to other forms of ketorolac.
For more on Sprix, including the official press release, visit the Sprix website.
15 June 2013 @ 7:44 am
I have taken Sprix due to a stomach issue when taking Toridal either by tablet or injection. My doctor thought the nasal spray would be better as it is nasal instead of oral or injection. It didn’t effect my tummy, so it was a better treatment in that regard, however the cost, even with insurance, was really expensive. The nasal spray burns just like the injection does and my doctor attempted to blame it on the way I was taking it, even though when I made adjustments it still had the burning sensation that the injection has. If you have a tummy issue and Toridal works for your migraines, try the Sprix. Otherwise skip it. It’s not worth the cost or the irritation of the burning sensation in my opinion. I would rather get the shot.