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 Tramadol.
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. Tramadol is usually
taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Use Tramadol exactly as prescribed. Do
not increase your dose, use Tramadol more frequently or use Tramadol for
a longer period of time than prescribed because Tramadol can be habit-forming.
Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using
Tramadol without your doctor's approval. When used for extended periods,
Tramadol 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 Tramadol: 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 Tramadol, 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 Tramadol may make you dizzy/drowsy, use caution performing tasks
requiring alertness such as driving. Tramadol 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 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 Tramadol with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take Tramadol as soon as remembered;
do not take Tramadol 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 Tramadol 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.
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