Tramadol is an effective pain reliever and its mode of action resembles that of narcotics, but it has significantly less potential for abuse and addiction than the narcotics.
It is as effective as narcotics in relieving pain but does not depress respiration, a side effect of most narcotics. It is not a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug and does not have the increased risk of stomach ulceration and internal bleeding that can occur with the use of NSAIDs.
Tramadol helps manage moderate to somewhat severe pain, such as that which occurs following joint surgery and certain gynecological procedures (for example, cesarean section).
The medicine can be taken with or without food and the decision to stop taking it should be made by your doctor. You should consult with your doctor regularly for tests and examinations if you take this drug for a prolonged period. Before undergoing any kind of surgery, including dental surgery, be sure your doctor or dentist knows that you are taking this medicine.
Caution is advised when taking this medicine. Consult your doctor if you have severe abdominal or stomach conditions, or a history of alcohol abuse, drug abuse, head injury, or seizure disorders. Use of tramadol may cause complications in patients with liver or kidney disease, since these organs work together to remove the medication from the body.
This medicine acts on the central nervous system to block the transmission of pain signals. It works similarly to narcotic analgesics, and while not a narcotic, it can be habit-forming, leading to mental and physical drug dependence.
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