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Drug info>Tramadol
TRAMADOL
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Generic Name: tramadol
Brand Names: Ultram |
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What is the most important information I should know
about tramadol?
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Seizures have been reported as a rare side effect of
treatment with tramadol. The risk of seizures may be
increased in patients who take more than the prescribed
dose, have a history of seizures or epilepsy, have head
trauma, have a metabolic disorder, have a central
nervous system infection, are experiencing alcohol or
drug withdrawal, or are taking certain medications. Talk
to your doctor about factors that may increase the risk
of seizures during treatment. |
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Do not drink alcohol while taking tramadol. Alcohol
may cause a dangerous decrease in breathing and/ or
liver problems when used during treatment with tramadol. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or
performing other hazardous activities. Tramadol may
cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience
dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. |
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Do not take more of this medication than is
prescribed for you. If the pain is not being controlled,
talk to your doctor. Taking more than the prescribed
amount of this medication could result in seizures or
decreased breathing. |
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Tramadol is a pain reliever. Tramadol affects
chemicals and receptors in the body that are associated
with pain. |
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Tramadol is used to relieve moderate to moderately
severe pain. |
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Tramadol may also be used for purposes other than
those listed in this medication guide. |
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider
before taking tramadol?
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Seizures have been reported as a rare side effect of
treatment with tramadol. The risk of seizures may be
increased in patients who have any of the conditions or
are taking any of the medications listed below: Do not
take tramadol without first talking to your doctor if
you |
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have a history of seizures or epilepsy; |
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have a metabolic disorder; |
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have a central nervous system infection; |
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are experiencing alcohol or drug withdrawal; |
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are taking a tricyclic antidepressant such as
amitriptyline (Elavil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), doxepin
(Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), clomipramine
(Anafranil), and others; |
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are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such
as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or
tranylcypromine (Parnate); |
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are taking a psychiatric medication such as
chlorpromazine (Thorazine), fluphenazine (Prolixin),
haloperidol (Haldol), loxapine (Loxitane), mesoridazine
(Serentil), perphenazine (Trilafon), thioridazine
(Mellaril), thiothixene (Navane), and others; |
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are taking a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
(SSRI) such as fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox),
paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), or citalopram
(Celexa); |
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are taking a narcotic pain reliever such as codeine,
fentanyl (Duragesic), hydromorphone (Dilaudid),
meperidine (Demerol), hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lorcet,
Lortab, others), morphine (MS Contin, MSIR, RMS,
Roxanol, others), oxycodone (Roxicodone, Percocet,
Percodan, others), propoxyphene (Darvon, Darvocet,
others), and others; |
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are taking promethazine (Phenergan) or
prochlorperazine (Compazine); |
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are taking sibutramine (Meridia); |
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are taking bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban); or |
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are taking cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). |
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Before taking tramadol, tell your doctor if you have |
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a history of alcohol or drug dependence. |
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You may not be able to take tramadol, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you have any of the conditions listed
above. |
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Tramadol is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This
means that it is not known whether it will be harmful to
an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. |
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It is also not known whether tramadol passes into
breast milk. Do not take tramadol without first talking
to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
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If you are over 75 years of age, you may be more
likely to experience side effects from tramadol. The
maximum daily dose of tramadol for people over 75 years
of age is 300 mg. |
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Tramadol is not approved by the FDA for use by
children younger than 16 years of age. |
How should I take tramadol?
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Take tramadol exactly as directed by your doctor. If
you do not understand these directions, ask your
pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. |
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Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
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Tramadol can be taken with or without food. |
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Side effects from treatment with tramadol may be
decreased by a slow increase in dose, as directed by
your doctor. The tablets can easily be broken in half at
the score if needed. The maximum dose of tramadol for an
average healthy adult is 100 mg per dose, every 4 to 6
hours, up to 400 mg per day. People over 75 years of age
should not take more than 300 mg per day. People with
liver or kidney disease may need lower daily doses.
Follow your doctor's directions. |
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Do not take more of this medication than is
prescribed for you. If the pain is not being controlled,
talk to your doctor. Taking more than the prescribed
amount of this medication could result in seizures or
decreased breathing. |
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Store tramadol at room temperature away from
moisture and heat. |
What happens if I miss a dose?
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Since tramadol is taken on an as-needed basis,
missing a dose is usually not a problem. Take the dose
as soon as you remember, and do not take another dose
for the amount of time prescribed by your doctor. Do not
take a double dose of this medication. |
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention. |
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Symptoms of a tramadol overdose include difficulty
breathing; shallow, weak breathing; and seizures. |
What should I avoid while taking tramadol?
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Do not drink alcohol while taking tramadol. Alcohol
may cause a dangerous decrease in breathing and/ or
liver problems when used during treatment with tramadol. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or
performing other hazardous activities. Tramadol may
cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience
dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. |
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Avoid sleeping pills, tranquilizers, sedatives, and
antihistamines except under the supervision of your
doctor. These drugs may increase drowsiness caused by
tramadol. |
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Tramadol may increase the effects of other drugs
that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants,
alcohol, other antihistamines, pain relievers,
anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and
muscle relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness,
drowsiness, or decreased breathing may occur if tramadol
is taken with any of these medications. Tell your doctor
about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take
any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines,
including herbal products, without first talking to your
doctor during treatment with tramadol. |
What are the possible side effects of tramadol?
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If you experience any of the following serious side
effects, stop taking tramadol and seek emergency medical
attention or contact your doctor immediately: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing
of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face;
or hives); or |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely
to occur. Continue to take tramadol and talk to your
doctor if you experience |
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dizziness, drowsiness, or headache; |
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nervousness, tremor, or anxiety; |
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nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea; or |
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itching, dry mouth, or sweating. |
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Tramadol is habit forming. Physical and/ or
psychological dependence can occur, and withdrawal
effects are possible if the medication is stopped
suddenly after prolonged or high-dose treatment. |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also
occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that
seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect tramadol?
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Tramadol may increase the risk of seizures
especially in patients who have epilepsy or another
seizure disorder. Also, tramadol may increase the risk
of seizures if you are taking any of the following
drugs: |
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a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline
(Elavil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), doxepin (Sinequan),
imipramine (Tofranil), clomipramine (Anafranil), and
others; |
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a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as
isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or
tranylcypromine (Parnate); |
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an antipsychotic medication such as chlorpromazine
(Thorazine), fluphenazine (Prolixin), haloperidol
(Haldol), loxapine (Loxitane), mesoridazine (Serentil),
perphenazine (Trilafon), thioridazine (Mellaril),
thiothixene (Navane), and others; |
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a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) such
as fluoxetine (Prozac), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine
(Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), or citalopram (Celexa); |
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a narcotic pain reliever such as codeine, fentanyl
(Duragesic), hydromorphone (Dilaudid), meperidine
(Demerol), hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lorcet, Lortab,
others), morphine (MS Contin, MSIR, RMS, Roxanol,
others), oxycodone (Roxicodone, Percocet, Percodan,
others), propoxyphene (Darvon, Darvocet, others), and
others; |
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promethazine (Phenergan) or prochlorperazine
(Compazine); |
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bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban); or |
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cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). |
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Do not take tramadol without first talking to your
doctor if you are taking any of the medicines listed
above. |
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Before taking tramadol, tell your doctor if you are
taking any of the following medicines: |
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carbamazepine (Tegretol); |
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quinidine (Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Cardioquin,
Quinora, others); |
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warfarin (Coumadin); or |
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digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps). |
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You may not be able to take tramadol, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed
above. |
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Tramadol may increase the effects of other drugs
that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants,
alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat
insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety
medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about
all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any
other prescription or over-the-counter medicines,
including herbal products, without first talking to your
doctor during treatment with tramadol. |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact
with tramadol. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before
taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines,
including herbal products. |
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has more information about tramadol
written for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of
the reach of children, never share your medicines with
others, and use this medication only for the indication
prescribed. |
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Every effort has been made to ensure that the
information provided is accurate, up-to-date, and
complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug
information contained herein may be time sensitive. The
information has been compiled for use by healthcare
practitioners and consumers in the United States and U.K,
unless specifically indicated otherwise. This drug
information does not endorse drugs, diagnose patients or
recommend therapy. It is an informational resource
designed to assist licensed healthcare practitioners in
caring for their patients and/ or to serve consumers
viewing this service as a supplement to, and not a
substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and
judgment of healthcare practitioners. The absence of a
warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way
should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug
combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any
given patient. We do not assume any responsibility for
any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of
information we provide. The information contained herein
is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions,
precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic
reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions
about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor,
nurse or pharmacist. |
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