Pack size: Strip of 10 Capsules  |  Price is for the whole Strip

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Tramadol Hydrochloride

Form: Capsule 50mg

Indication

Moderate to severe pain, Postoperative pain

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Adult Dose

Oral Moderate to severe pain Adult: Immediate release Chronic pain: 25 mg PO every morning initially; increased by 25-50 mg/day every 3 days up to 50-100 mg PO q4-6hr PRN; not to exceed 400 mg/day Acute pain: 50-100 mg PO q4-6hr PRN; not to exceed 400 mg/day Extended release 100 mg PO once daily initially; increased by 100 mg/day every 5 days; not to exceed 300 mg/day Parenteral Moderate to severe pain Adult: IM/IV: 50-100 mg 4-6 hrly over 2-3 min. Postoperative pain Adult: Initially, 100 mg followed by 50 mg every 10-20 min if necessary, to a total of 250 mg in the 1st hr including initial dose. Thereafter, 50-100 mg 4-6 hrly up to a total daily dose of 600 mg. Elderly: >75 yr Increase dosing interval. Hepatic impairment: Severe: Immediate release, 50 mg PO q12hr; extended release not recommended

Child Dose

Moderate-to-Severe Pain Immediate release <17 years: Safety and efficacy not established >17 years (acute): 50-100 mg PO q4-6hr PRN; not to exceed 400 mg/day >17 years (chronic): 25 mg PO every morning initially; increased by 25-50 mg/day every 3 days as separate doses up to 50-100 mg PO q4-6hr PRN; not to exceed 400 mg/day Extended release <18 years: Safety and efficacy not established

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) Dosage Recommendation 10-30 Increase dosing interval to 12 hrly. <10 Contraindicated.

Contraindication

Suicidal patients, acute alcoholism; head injuries; raised intracranial pressure; severe renal impairment; lactation.

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Consult a doctor immediately if the baby shows signs of increased sleepiness (more than usual), difficulty breastfeeding, breathing problems, or limpness.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. __NAME__ may cause side effects such as drowsiness and blurred vision. If this happens, do not drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.