About tramadol hcl
Opioid analgesic
Used for
- Short-term treatment of moderate to moderately severe pain
Usual adult dose
Immediate-release: usually 50–100 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 400 mg daily.
Usual dose in children
Not recommended for children under 12; generally avoided under 18 after tonsil or adenoid surgery.
Common side effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness or sleepiness
- Constipation
- Sweating
Important warnings
- Can cause addiction, misuse, overdose, and life-threatening breathing problems.
- Avoid alcohol and driving until effects are known.
- Seizures and serotonin syndrome can occur, especially with certain medicines.
- Do not stop long-term use suddenly without medical guidance.
Pregnancy
Can cause newborn breathing problems or withdrawal when used during pregnancy, especially near delivery.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding because tramadol may cause serious sleepiness or breathing problems in the infant.
Interactions
- Alcohol, benzodiazepines, and other sedatives increase breathing and overdose risks.
- Antidepressants and other serotonin-raising medicines can cause serotonin syndrome.
- Some medicines change tramadol levels or reduce pain relief.
- Other medicines that lower seizure threshold increase seizure risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.