Ultram 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: This medication 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 Ultram 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. |
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