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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Tramadol Hcl
CAS Registry Number 22204-88-2
USES: This medication is used to relieve moderate pain. It is similar
to narcotic pain medications. It works on certain nerves in the brain that
control how you experience pain
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food as
directed by your doctor. If you have nausea, you may take this drug with
food. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to decrease nausea
(e.g., antihistamines, lying down for 1 to 2 hours with as little head
movement as possible).
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To
reduce the risk of side effects, your doctor may tell you to gradually
increase your dose when starting tramadol.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness,
dizziness, drowsiness, headache, or weakness may occur. If any of these
effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This
medication may rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin
syndrome. The risk increases when this medication is used with certain other
drugs (see Drug Interactions section). Seek immediate medical attention if
you develop some of the following symptoms: mental/mood changes (such as
agitation, hallucinations), unusual restlessness, loss of coordination, fast
heartbeat, severe dizziness, unexplained fever, severe
nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitchy muscles. A very serious allergic reaction
to this drug (which may occur as early as the first dose) is rare. However,
seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following
symptoms: rash, itching, swelling (especially of the lips, tongue, or
throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain
medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or
pharmacist if you have: severe breathing problems (e.g., respiratory
depression, hypercapnia), intoxication with drugs that depress the nervous
system or your breathing (CNS/respiratory depressants such as alcohol or
tranquilizers/sedatives).
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical
history, especially of: certain bowel diseases (paralytic ileus), brain
disorders (e.g., seizures, increased intracranial pressure), conditions that
increase the risk of seizures (e.g., head injury, brain tumors, meningitis,
metabolic disorders, alcohol/drug withdrawal), adrenal gland problem (e.g.,
Addison's disease), difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate, urethral
narrowing), heart problems (e.g., irregular heartbeat), personal or family
history of regular use/abuse of
rugs/alcohol, kidney disease, liver disease, lung diseases (e.g., chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, hypoxia), disease of the pancreas ,
mental/mood conditions (e.g., major depression, toxic psychosis), a certain
spinal problem , stomach/intestinal problems (e.g., gallbladder disease),
underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C)
away from light and moisture. Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30
degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines
away from children and pets.
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