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
TRAMADOL USES: Tramadol is used for pain relief.
HOW TO USE TRAMADOL: 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 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 Tramadol stops working well.
TRAMADOL SIDE EFFECTS: Tramadol may cause dizziness,
weakness, poor coordination, 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.
TRAMADOL 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
Tramadol. Because this drug 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.
TRAMADOL 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 Tramadol without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
TRAMADOL OVERDOSE: If Tramadol 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.
TRAMADOL NOTES: Do not share this medication with
others.
TRAMADOL MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose of Tramadol,
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.
TRAMADOL 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. |
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