Indicated for: moderate to severe pain
Route of administration: oral
Substance: tramadol (opioid analgesic)
ATC: N02AX02 (Nervous system | Opioids | Other opioids)
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
This medicine may cause dependence or be misused.
May slow breathing, especially with alcohol or sedatives.
Avoid alcohol during treatment.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Older people may have an increased risk of side effects.
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice.
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Tramadol is an opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the central nervous system and inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, which helps reduce the perception of pain. It is commonly used for managing acute pain (such as post-surgical pain) or chronic pain associated with conditions like osteoarthritis or neuropathic pain.
Tramadol is available in the form of tablets, capsules, injectable solutions, or oral drops. The dosage and frequency of administration are determined by a doctor based on the severity of the pain and the patient's response to treatment.
Common side effects include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, constipation, dry mouth, and excessive sweating. In rare cases, tramadol may cause seizures, respiratory depression, or severe allergic reactions. Prolonged use can lead to physical and psychological dependence, and abrupt discontinuation may result in withdrawal symptoms.
Tramadol is contraindicated in patients with severe respiratory depression, acute intoxication with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants. It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures or those taking medications that affect serotonin levels, due to the risk of serotonin syndrome.