Acular LS and Armour Thyroid

• Generic Name: ketorolac ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Acular, Acular LS, Acuvail, Acular PF

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Acular LS (for the eye) is used to relieve eye itching caused by seasonal allergies.

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

Acular LS may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: thyroid desiccated
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Armour Thyroid, Nature-Throid, NP Thyroid, Westhroid, WP Thyroid, Thyroid Porcine

Desiccated (dried) thyroid is a combination of hormones that are normally produced by your thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy and metabolism. Desiccated thyroid is given when the thyroid does not produce enough of this hormone on its own.

Desiccated thyroid treats hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone). Desiccated thyroid is also used to treat or prevent goiter (enlarged thyroid gland), and is also given as part of a medical tests for thyroid disorders.

Desiccated thyroid should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems.

Desiccated thyroid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.