Tramadol
(Ultram, United States and Canada)

More drugs used for Pain.

Use:

Tramadol or Ultram is used to alleviate pain.

How It Works:

Tramadol or Ultram binds in the body to certain opiod pain receptors. By doing this, it modifies the pain message - specifically by blocking the reuptake of the neuro chemicals norepinephrine and serotonin. The net result is pain relief.
Tramadol or Ultram is not a non steroidal anti inflammatory drug, nor is it a narcotic.

Side Effects:

Tramadol or Ultram can cause dizziness, nausea, constipation, headaches, and drowsiness. It less likely to interfere with respiration than narcotic pain killers.

Cautions for People:

People who have unsuccessfully used non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs and/or narcotic pain killers may find Tramadol or Ultram useful.

Drug Interactions:

Because Tramadol or Ultram can cause drowsiness, any drug that also produces drowsiness, including alcohol, should be avoided.

Further Reading:

Drugs 1994;47(Suppl):3,8
Med Letter 1995;37:59
Drug Alcohol Depend 1991;27:7

Added to Virtual Drugstore August 1996.

The relevant product monographs must be regarded as the appropriate sources of prescribing information.

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