Tramdol, or Tramadol, (also Ultram) is a non-narcotic pain reliever
generally prescribed for mild to moderate pain. It is a synthetic
combination that works in the central nervous system, and although the
exact way this drug works is not completely understood, it works well
for controlling pain in most people.
Since Tramadol is not a narcotic it is not addictive, so it can be taken for longer periods of time for chronic pain victims
Since Tramadol is not a narcotic it is not addictive, so it can be taken for longer periods of time for chronic pain victims
Tramadol is not a narcotic, but some of the side effects are
the same. They include dizziness, headache, fatigue,sweating, vomiting,
dry mouth and diarrhea.Less common side effects of Tramadol include nervousness or anxiety,
sleep disturbances, emotional upset, low stomach pain, excessive gas,
skin rash, urinary difficulty, loss of appetite and euphoria.If you experience any unusual side effects not listed here, you
should call your physician since some of them can be very serious and
affect your heart, liver, mental stability, blood and stomach.
People taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) should
use extreme caution when taking Tramadol as it can cause severe side
effects.Carbamazepine (tegretol) makes Tramadol less effective and your doctor may prescribe a higher dose of Tramadol.You should not take Tramadol with any narcotic medication, with
alcohol, tranquilizers, sedatives or any other nervous-system
depressant.
Children younger than 16 should not take Tramadol. Do not
take Tramadol with alcohol or with narcotic drugs. Tramadol contains
acetaminophen. You should not take additional acetaminophen because of
the risk of overdose.People with kidney or liver disease must take a very small dosage of
Tramadol and must follow their doctor's orders exactly to avoid further
damage to the liver or kidneys.Pregnant women or nursing mothers should not take Tramadol as it
passes through the mother's bloodstream to the baby in utero as well as
in breast milk after birth.
Overdose of Tramadol can be deadly. Symptoms of overdose include seizure
and breathing difficulty. If a person needs to be transported to the
emergency room, take the prescription bottle with you to the hospital.
If you suspect overdose, do not delay in getting medical treatment.
