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The
following information is a summary about Tramadol. It is not intended
to replace a doctor's instructions.
TRAMADOL
TRAMADOL USES
Tramadol is used for pain relief.
DIRECTIONS
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.
TRAMADOL 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.
TRAMADOL 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. Caution is
advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be
more sensitive to the effects of the drug. 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.
TRAMADOL 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.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as rememberher corticosteroids
(e.g., prednisone). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
TRAMADOL OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately.
TRAMADOL NOTES
Do not share this medication with others. Medical examinations including
the nose are generally performed during prolonged use of this product
to check for side effects. Inform all your doctors you use (or have
used) this medication.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near
the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to
catch up.
TRAMADOL STORAGE
Store at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 -25 degrees
C) away from light and moisture.
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