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Tramadol

Tramadol hcl is a very popular analgesic, which is very effective against dealing with severe to moderate pain. Tramadol hydrochloride is a drug, which is widely used to treat fibromyalgia, restless leg syndrome and various other problems. Tramadol is commonly referred to as pseudo opioid. The main components of this drug are Contramal, Zydol, Ultracet, Ultram and Tramal. It is generally used to relieve pain caused to surgery, pain in the joints or even from serious conditions such as cancer.

This drug acts in a very specific way so that it provides maximum relief against pain. It can control the way that the brain reacts to pain. In cases of chronic pains, the medication can provide relief if the medication is taken over a longer period. Since it contains antidepressants like Effexor and Cymbalta, therefore they are very effective in modulating pain and related problems. It also has anti-inflammatory actions associated with it. This medication was approved by FDA and is nowadays prescribed by various doctors across the globe.

Source: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-4398-5239/tramadol-oral/tramadol-oral/details

Method of consumption

This medication is in the form of tablets and hence can be consumed orally. It can be taken along with or without your food every five to seven hours. Since it contains narcotic constituents, it can be addictive and hence overdose of the medication should be avoided at all times. You should read the prescription label very cautiously and contact your doctor in case of any doubts. It is not advised to consume more than 300 mg of the medicine per day. It is highly dangerous to consume this medication as an injection or inhalation and hence should be avoided.

Precautions to be taken

You should inform your doctor about any liver or kidney disorders or if you have any kind of addictions to any drug or alcohol. It is recommended to undergo a drug counseling if you have any such problems. It has not yet been proved if this medication has any effects on an unborn baby. One should consult a doctor in case of pregnancy. It is essential since a doctor will advise you on what type of risks this medication can cause to pregnant women. People who are more than 75 years of age are known to have side effects from this medication. Children who are below 16 years of age are advised not to take this medication. A doctor should be consulted before taking this drug if you are someone who is breastfeeding, as it is not clear if it mixes with your breast milk. Consuming an overdose of Tramadol hcl is considered extremely risky and medical help should be immediately sought after. If you experience any withdrawal symptoms, do not stop consuming the drug but immediately remain in touch with your doctor.

Tramadol Side effects

There are some side effects associated with Tramadol hcl. Some of the most commonly observed ones are liver failure, hepatitis, migraine, faster heart beat, speech problems, nausea, migraine, vomiting, limited vision, stomach problems, breathing difficulties, urination problems, itching etc. If you have any such problem, sought immediate medical help. If you are someone who had a head injury or problems related to your metabolic rate, you might have seizures during administering the drug.

What to avoid

One should completely avoid alcohol while administering this drug since it can result in liver and respiratory problems. Also, special attention should be placed while operating machines, driving or involving in other dangerous jobs. It is known to cause dizziness hence do not undergo any strenuous activities immediately. Also, keep away from sleeping pills, anti depressants, sedatives etc when you are consuming this medication.

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Tramadol HCL 50 mg, generally called a pseudo-opioid, is known to be the most effective drug to treat patients suffering from moderate to acute chronic pain. When common chronic pain-related drugs like oxycodone, morphine and hydrocodone (generally called the classic opioids) fail to bring relief from neuropathic pain (nerve pain), this drug is said to do wonders to the patient by providing him or her with instant relief from pain.

This drug is actually an oral medication that can be taken only after a legal prescription from a medical practitioner. Each tablet contains 50 mg of the dose along with magnesium stearate, polysorbate 80, titanium dioxide and many other inactive ingredients. Therefore, Tramadol HCL 50 mg is the most commonly found dosage of this drug. How does the medicine function? This drug functions by interacting with some special locations in the brain and the spinal cord. These special locations are referred to as opioid receptors. Due to this interaction with these receptors, the medicine blocks any transmission of the pain-related signals that are sent by the nerves to the brain. Because no pain signals reach the brain, no neuropathic pain is experienced by the person.

When any person approaches a medical practitioner with acute neuropathic pain, the practitioner under normal conditions prescribes one tablet of Tramadol HCL 50 mg to be eaten after every 4-6 hours, till the time the person experiences pain. This prescription generally lasts for about 1-2 months. Prolonged consumption of the drug is reported to cause chemical dependence. After a person stops taking the medicine, he or she starts experiencing some withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, nausea, sweating, diarrhea, shaking, and nasal congestion, among others.

Apart from treating nerve pain, this medicine can also be used as a very effective anti-hypertensive in case other drugs fail to yield positive results.

In addition to these withdrawal symptoms, some other side effects of this medicine comprise constipation, nausea, drowsiness, headache, muscle pain, lower blood pressure, etc. Severe side effects include respiratory depression, which is a life-threatening state of the body where in the brain fails to regulate the breathing mechanism of the body. Any person who potentially has a strong history of any kind of head injuries, stomach, kidney or liver problems, seizures, epilepsy, drug abuse, depression, or respiratory depression, he or she is strongly recommended to opt for any other drug to treat neuropathic pain, except Tramadol HCL 50 mg.

Salvatore Dileo

Immunizer Pharmacist

Salvatore Dileo is a graduate of St. John's University: College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, with 30+ years of experience as a Pharmacist and co-owner of Pleasantville Pharmacy.

Ira Schwartz

RPh

Ira Schwartz is a graduate of Columbia University: School of Pharmacy and brings over 50 years of experience to the Pleasantville Pharmacy. Ira is also co-owner of the Pleasantville Pharmacy.