ULTRAM
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING ULTRAM.
TRAMADOL - ORAL (TRAH-muh-dall)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Ultram
USES:
Tramadol is used for pain relief.
HOW TO TAKE ULTRAM:
Take ULTRAM by mouth as prescribed. It is usually taken every 4 to 6
hours as needed. Use ULTRAM exactly as prescribed. Do not increase
your dose, use it more frequently or use it for a longer period of
time than prescribed because ULTRAM can be habit-forming. Also, if
used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using
ULTRAM without your doctor's approval. When used for extended
periods, ULTRAM may not work as well and may require different
dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication stops working well.
SIDE EFFECTS:
ULTRAM may cause dizziness, weakness, incoordination, nausea or
vomiting, stomach upset, constipation, headache, drowsiness,
anxiety, irritability, dry mouth, or increased sweating. If any of
these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your
doctor if you develop any of these serious effects while taking
ULTRAM:
chest pain, rapid heart rate, skin rash or itching, mental
confusion, disorientation, seizures, tingling of the hands or feet,
trouble breathing. In the unlikely event you have an allergic
reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of
an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:
kidney disease, liver disease, seizure disorder, lung disease,
history of drug or alcohol dependency, any allergies you may have.
Limit alcohol as it may add to the dizziness or drowsiness effects
caused by the medication. Because ULTRAM may make you dizzy/drowsy,
use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving.
ULTRAM should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Tramadol is
excreted into breast milk. Because the effects on a nursing infant
are not known, consult your doctor before breast- feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
medications you may use, especially of:
carbamazepine, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used
to aid sleep, antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as fluoxetine
or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid,
phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), psychiatric
medicine (e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type drugs,
anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine. Also, report use
of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine) which are also
present in many cough-and-cold products. Do not start or stop any
medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
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, deep sleep, loss
of consciousness, or seizures.
NOTES:
Do not share ULTRAM with others.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if
it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose
and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to
catch up.
STORAGE:
Store ULTRAM at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to
30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the
bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of
children.
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