Drug Information - Ultram
Generic Name: Tramadol (TRA-ma-doll)
This medicine is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform
your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are also taking
cyclobenzaprine or medicine for depression or other emotional or mood disorders.
If you are taking any of these medicines, be sure your doctor knows. additional
monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking bupropion,
narcotic analgesics, or have a history of seizures. Inform your doctor of any
other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using this
medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Store
this medicine at room temperature, away from heat and light. If you miss a dose
of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer than
prescribed. If you experience difficulty breathing or tightness of chest;
swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor
immediately. Do not take any more of this medicine unless your doctor tells you
to do so. Avoid alcohol while you are using this medicine. This medicine will
add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Do not drive, operated
machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you
react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially
dangerous tasks. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. For women: if you
plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of
using this medicine during pregnancy. This medicine is excreted in breast milk.
Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness, nausea,
drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, headache, or sweating. If they continue or
are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor as soon as
possible if you experience skin rash, itching, seizures, or hallucinations. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine
from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other.
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, seizures, deep sleep, and loss of consciousness.
