TRAMADOL DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE: The
following information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or
other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate
that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
TRAMADOL - ORAL (TRAH-muh-dall)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Ultram
USES: Tramadol is used for pain
relief.
HOW TO USE: Take tramadol
by mouth as prescribed. It is usually taken every 4 to 6 hours as
needed. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase
your dose, use it more frequently or use it for a longer period
of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming.
Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop
using this drug without your doctor's approval. When used for extended
periods, this medication may not work as well and may require different
dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication stops working well.
SIDE EFFECTS: Tramadol may
cause dizziness, weakness, incoordination, nausea or vomiting, stomach
upset, constipation, headache, drowsiness, anxiety, irritability,
dry mouth, or increased sweating. If any of these effects persist
or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop
any of these serious effects while taking this medication: chest
pain, rapid heart rate, skin rash or itching, mental confusion,
disorientation, seizures, tingling of the hands or feet, trouble
breathing. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to
this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing
trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your
medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, seizure
disorder, lung disease, history of drug or alcohol dependency, any
allergies you may have. Limit alcohol as it may add to the dizziness
or drowsiness effects caused by the medication. Because this drug
may make you dizzy/drowsy, use caution performing tasks requiring
alertness such as driving. This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
with your doctor. Tramadol is excreted into breast milk. Because
the effects on a nursing infant are not known, consult your doctor
before breast- feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor
of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use,
especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine),
drugs used to aid sleep, antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such
as fluoxetine or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone,
linezolid, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine),
psychiatric medicine (e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type
drugs, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine. Also, report
use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine) which are
also present in many cough-and-cold products. Do not start or stop
any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If Tramadol hcl 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, deep sleep, loss of consciousness, or seizures.
NOTES: Do not share this medication
with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose,
take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the
time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store this medication
at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees
C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep
this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Prescription Tramadol Drug Information
Tramadol is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. It also may be used to treat pain caused by surgery and chronic conditions such as cancer or joint pain. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
You can take Tramadol every four to six hours by mouth. You can choose to take it either with or without food. It helps desensitize the brain to pain perception, and reduces the pain signals that are passed from nerve to nerve.
Side effects are not commonly reported with Tramadol, but could possibly include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, upset stomach, blurred vision, vomiting.
Call your doctor right away if you experience swelling or itching of the face, fast heartbeat, numbness or tingling of the hands and feet, redness, difficulty breathing, changes in urination or seizures.
If you suspect a Tramadol overdose, contact the local poison control center immediately. Overdose symptoms can include deep sleep, cold and clammy skin, drowsiness, low body temperature, slowed breathing, dizziness, lightheadedness, seizures, slowed heartbeat, and loss of consciousness.
Before taking Tramadol, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Tramadol, codeine, or any other drugs. Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other pain relievers; carbamazepine (Tegretol); MAO inhibitors [phenelzine (Nardil) or tranylcypromine (Parnate)]; medications for depression; quinidine; sleeping pills; tranquilizers; and vitamins. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease, a history of seizures, or a history of alcohol or drug abuse.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Tramadol, call your doctor. If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Tramadol.
You should know that this drug might make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you. Remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
Never use Tramadol when also using cyclobenzaprine or medicine for depression or mood or disorders. Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking medication for any of these conditions. Under certain conditions your doctor may set up additional monitoring, such as if you are taking Bupropion, a history of seizures, or are using narcotic analgesics. Your doctor should be told if you have any medical conditions or allergies. Tell your doctor if you are nursing or are pregnant. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about this prescription.
You should not try to make up for missed doses of Tramadol. After skipping a dose, just continue with your scheduled dosage.
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