Question 13

Intravenous and oral dosage forms are available for Ketorolac.

Ketorolac is available in both intravenous and oral dosage forms, making it versatile for pain management in various clinical settings.

A) Oxycodone

Oxycodone is primarily available in oral dosage forms, such as immediate-release and extended-release tablets and capsules. While it is used for pain relief, it does not have an intravenous formulation approved for use, limiting its application compared to Ketorolac.

B) Ketorolac

Ketorolac is unique in that it is available in both intravenous and oral dosage forms. This dual availability allows it to be effectively administered in acute pain settings, particularly in hospitals and surgical environments, as well as for outpatient pain management.

C) Pseudoephedrine

Pseudoephedrine is typically available only in oral dosage forms, such as tablets or liquid preparations, used primarily as a decongestant. There are no intravenous formulations for this medication, which restricts its use to non-parenteral routes.

D) Fluoxetine

Fluoxetine is available only in oral dosage forms, including capsules and tablets, as it is primarily used as an antidepressant. There is no intravenous formulation for fluoxetine, which limits its administration options in acute care settings.

Conclusion

Ketorolac is the only medication listed that is available in both intravenous and oral forms, providing flexibility in its use for pain management. In contrast, Oxycodone, Pseudoephedrine, and Fluoxetine are restricted to oral formulations, which does not meet the criteria of the question regarding dosage form availability. Therefore, Ketorolac is definitively the correct answer.