Drug
Uses
Tramadol
is used for moderate to severe chronic pain.
General
Information
This
database does not contain every known side effect, adverse
effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions about
your medicines, talk to your health care provider. This
information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
This
medicine works on pain by working on opioid centers
and it also increases two chemicals (norephinephrine
and serotonin).
How
Taken
It
is important to follow your prescription directions
carefully and you should not take alcohol with this
medication. Adult doses are between 50 and 100 milligrams
every 6 hours.
Possible
Side Effects
This
medicine is generally well-tolerated. constipation nausea
and vomiting dry mouth drowsiness and dizziness (increased
with alcohol).
Warnings/Precautions
This
medicine should be used with caution by patients with:
chronic respiratory disorders liver disease or low thyroid
function Those with a history of drug dependency should
use this drug with caution.
Overdose
For
emergencies, seek medical attention immediately. For
non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison
control center.
Drug
Interactions
Possible
drug interactions may occur with other sedating medications,
pain medications, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, psychiatric
medication, or medications that alter liver function.
Ask your physician or pharmacist if you are taking these
drugs together.
Missed
Dose
Take
your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back
to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store
it at room temperature and away from excess heat and
moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
If
you suspect that you may be pregnant, talk to you doctor.
This medicine is not recommended for women during pregnancy
or for use by nursing mothers.
More
Information
For
more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or
health care provider.
Disclaimer
This
drug information is for your information purposes only,
it is not intended that this information covers all
uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or
adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose,
it should not be construed as containing specific instructions
for any particular patient. VastRX disclaims
all responsibility for the accuracy of, and reliability
of this information, and or any consequences arising
from the use of this information, including damage or
adverse consequences to persons or property, however
such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either
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