Possible
uses of this medication
Tramadol is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain.
How
to take this medication
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.
Side
Effects
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.
Precautions
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.
Drug
Interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take with and without
a prescription.
Missed
Dose
If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual
dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the amount used to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep this and all
medications out of the reach of children.
Notes
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS
PRODUCT out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR
AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply
runs out.
