Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets

Product Overview

Tramadol hydrochloride is an opioid analgesic used to manage moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. It functions by altering the way the brain perceives pain, providing relief for various conditions requiring pain management.

Indications

• Pain Management: Suitable for treating moderate to moderately severe pain, including postoperative pain and chronic conditions requiring consistent pain relief.

Dosage and Administration

• Dosage: The initial recommended dose is 50–100 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain relief. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 400 mg. For patients over 75 years, the maximum recommended dose is 300 mg per day. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

• Administration: Tramadol tablets should be taken orally with water, with or without food. Swallow the tablets whole; do not crush or chew them, as this can lead to rapid release and absorption of a potentially fatal dose.

Precautions

• Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse: Tramadol carries a risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to overdose and death. Assess each patient's risk before prescribing and monitor regularly for these behaviors. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

• Respiratory Depression: Serious, life-threatening, or fatal respiratory depression may occur. Monitor patients closely, especially during initiation or following a dose increase. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

• Interactions with CNS Depressants: Concomitant use with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

• Seizures: Tramadol may increase the risk of seizures, particularly in patients taking certain medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), or other drugs that reduce the seizure threshold. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Nausea and Vomiting

• Dizziness

• Constipation

• Headache

• Drowsiness

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience serious side effects such as shallow breathing, severe drowsiness, or signs of serotonin syndrome (e.g., agitation, hallucinations, rapid heartbeat, fever, muscle stiffness).

Storage

• Temperature: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.

• Keep Out of Reach of Children: Ensure that the medication is stored safely away from children.

Note: Always use tramadol as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Do not adjust the dose or discontinue use without consulting your doctor. Regular follow-up appointments are essential to monitor your condition and response to therapy.