Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Mahaflox KT is an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic. It works by blocking the synthesis of prostaglandin (a chemical messenger which is responsible for pain and inflammation) by competitive inhibition of the enzyme (COX Enzyme) which is responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandin. Hence in this way, it prevents inflammation and pain. Mahaflox KT exert an antipyretic effect by acting on the brain (hypothalamus that controls the body temperature in our body) which relief from the fever.

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Mahaflox KT is a brand name for ketorolac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is available in the form of an injection and tablet. It has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a short-acting and potent drug used for the management of moderately severe pain and inflammation.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Mahaflox KT is not a narcotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used for the treatment of moderately severe pain. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine, methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction. 

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mahaflox KT is associated with a risk of bleeding. Since Mahaflox KT inhibits platelet function, it should not be used in people with confirmed or suspected cardiovascular bleeding and in patients with high risk of bleeding. 

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Mahaflox KT might be used for dental pain if other effective painkillers are not available. It is not preferred as the first-line drug of choice for dental pain. It is not advised to take this medicine by yourself, always take it on doctor's advice.