Ketorolac is used for the short-term treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is usually used before or after medical procedures or after surgery. Reducing pain helps you recover more comfortably so that you can return to your normal daily activities. This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
3. Codeine (C18H21NO3) is a derivative of morphine that is used as an analgesic, narcotic, or antitussive. It was once commonly used in cough syrups but is now available only by prescription because of its addictive properties.. Codeine (C18H21NO3) is a derivative of morphine that is used as an analgesic, narcotic, or antitussive. It was once commonly used in cough syrups but is now available only by prescription because of its addictive properties.
Codeine is a narcotic pain reliever similar to morphine from the opioid alkaloids found in the opium poppy. The medicine also works to control the cough reflex in severe respiratory infections. Tylenol 3/4/5 (tablet/capsule) and Robitussin AC (liquid) are common brand names. Codeine is often injected or swallowed.