Description

What is tramadol?

Tramadol is a narcotic-like pain reliever.

Tramadol is used to treat moderate to severe pain in adults.

The extended-release form of tramadol is for around-the-clock treatment of pain.

The extended-release form of tramadol is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.

Important Information

Seizures have been reported in patients taking tramadol.

Your risk of seizures is higher if you are taking higher doses of tramadol over what is recommended.

Seizure risk is also higher in those with a seizure disorder or those taking certain antidepressants or opioid medications.

Tramadol should not be used if you are suicidal or prone to addiction.

You should not take tramadol if you have severe breathing problems,

a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives,

tranquilizers, narcotic medication, or an MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, linezolid,

methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others).

Tramadol can slow or stop your breathing, and may be habit-forming.

especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Tramadol should not be given to a child younger than 12 years old,

or anyone younger than 18 years old who recently had surgery to remove the tonsils or adenoids.

Ultram ER should not be given to anyone younger than 18 years old.

Taking tramadol during pregnancy may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.

Fatal side effects can occur if you use this medicine with alcohol,

or with other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing.