ULTRAM 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 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 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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