Tramadol
Tramadol is a non-opioid prescription pain
relief medication that is meant to help alleviate moderate to
moderately severe pain. Tramadol is a synthetic analgesic, not an
anti-inflammatory, which means that people who cannot take
anti-inflammatories do to their side effects, can often take
Tramadol to help relieve their pain.
Tramadol is the generic of the prescription drug
Ultram.
Uses of Tramadol
Tramadol is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain.
Tramadol Directions
Follow the directions for using Tramadol provided by your doctor.
Store Tramadol at room temperature, away from heat and light.
Tramadol Side Effects
Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness,
nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, headache, or sweating. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor
as soon as possible if you experience skin rash, itching, seizures, or
hallucinations. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Tramadol Precautions
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take Tramadol for longer than prescribed.
If you experience difficulty breathing or tightness of chest; swelling of
eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor
immediately. Do not take any more Tramadol unless your doctor tells you to
do so. Avoid alcohol while you are using this medicine. Tramadol
will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Do not drive,
operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you
know how you react to this medicine. Using Ultram alone, with other
medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform
other potentially dangerous tasks. Before you begin taking any new medicine,
either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
For women: if you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using Ultram during pregnancy. Tramadol is excreted in
breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Tramadol.
Tramadol Drug Interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a
medicine from doing its job. Consult your pharmacist or physician if you
have questions about drug interactions with Tramadol.
Missed Dose of Tramadol
If you miss a dose of Tramadol, take it as soon as possible. If it
is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Tramadol Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include cold and
clammy skin, low body temperature, slowed breathing, slowed heartbeat,
drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, seizures, deep sleep, and
loss of consciousness.
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