Tramadol Information:
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 this medication 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: This medication 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 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 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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