What is tramadol?
Tramadol oral tablet is a prescription drug that’s available as an immediate-release and extended-release tablet. Tramadol also comes as an extended-release oral capsule. Immediate-release drugs are released into the body right away. Extended-release drugs are released into the body slowly over time. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Both tramadol oral tablets are also available as generic drugs. The immediate-release tablet is also available as the brand-name drug Ultram. Generic drugs usually cost less than the brand-name version. In some cases, they may not be available in all strengths or forms as the brand-name drug.
Tramadol is a controlled substance. This means it can only be used with a doctor’s close supervision.
Why it’s used
Tramadol is used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Tramadol may be used as part of a combination therapy. This means you may need to take it with other medications. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
How it works
Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs called opioid agonists. A class of drugs is a group of medications that work in a similar way. These drugs are often used to treat similar conditions.
Tramadol works by changing how your brain senses pain. Tramadol is similar to substances in your brain called endorphins. Endorphins bind to receptors (parts of cells that receive a certain substance). The receptors then decrease the pain messages that your body sends to your brain. Tramadol works in a similar way to decrease the amount of pain your brain thinks you’re having. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Tramadol oral tablet may cause drowsiness. You should not drive, use heavy machinery, or perform any dangerous activities until you know how this drug affects you. Tramadol may also cause other side effects.
More common side effects
The more common side effects of tramadol can include:
- dizziness
- headache
- drowsiness
- nausea and vomiting
- constipation
- lack of energy
- sweating
- dry mouth
- itching
If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
This dosage information is for tramadol oral tablet. All possible dosages and drug forms may not be included here. Your dosage, drug form, and how often you take the drug will depend on:
- your age
- the condition being treated
- how severe your condition is
- other medical conditions you have
- how you react to the first dose
Forms and strengths
Generic: Tramadol
- Form: immediate-release oral tablet
- Strength: 50 mg, 100 mg
- Form: extended-release oral tablet
- Strengths: 100 mg, 200 mg, 300 mg
Brand: Ultram
- Form: immediate-release oral tablet
- Strength: 50 mg
Dosage for moderate to severe pain
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)
Immediate-release tablet:
- Typical daily dosage: Total daily dosage may be increased by 50 mg as tolerated every 3 days to reach 200 mg/day (50 mg 4 times a day).
- Maintenance dosage: 50–100 mg every 4–6 hours as needed.
- Maximum dosage: 400 mg per day. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Extended-release tablet:
- If you’re not currently taking tramadol immediate-release tablets:
- Typical starting dosage: 100 mg once per day.
- Dosage increases: Your doctor may slowly increase your dose by 100 mg every 5 days.
- Maximum dosage: 300 mg per day.
- If you’re currently taking tramadol immediate-release tablets:
- Typical starting dosage: Your doctor will determine your new dosage based on your previous immediate-release dosage.
- Maximum dosage: 300 mg per day.
Child dosage (ages 0–17 years)
Immediate-release tablet:
- Child dosage (age 17 years):
- Typical daily dosage: Total daily dosage may be increased by 50 mg as tolerated every 3 days to reach 200 mg/day (50 mg 4 times a day).
- Maintenance dosage: 50–100 mg every 4–6 hours as needed.
- Maximum dosage: 400 mg per day.
- Child dosage (ages 0–16 years):
- It’s not known if this form of tramadol is safe and effective for children younger than 17 years old. It should not be used in children of this age group. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Extended-release tablet:
- Child dosage (ages 0–17 years):
- It’s not known if these forms of tramadol are safe and effective for children. They should not be used in people younger than 18 years. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Senior dosage (ages 65 years and older)
- The liver and kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. This can cause your body to process drugs more slowly. As a result, more of a drug stays in your body for a longer time. This raises your risk of side effects.
- Your doctor may start you on a lowered dose or a different dosing schedule. This can help keep levels of this drug from building up too much in your body.
- If you’re older than 75 years, your maximum dosage of the immediate-release tablet is 300 mg per day.
Special considerations
Kidney disease:
- Tramadol immediate-release tablet: If you have severe kidney problems, your doctor will likely prescribe you 50–100 mg every 12 hours. The maximum dosage is 200 mg per day.
- Tramadol extended-release tablet: If you have severe kidney problems, you should not use these forms of tramadol. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
Liver disease:
- Tramadol immediate-release tablet: If you have severe liver problems, your doctor will likely prescribe you 50 mg every 12 hours.
- Tramadol extended-release tablet: If you have severe liver problems, you should not use the extended-release tablet.
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this list includes all possible dosages. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you. Buy Tramadol online in New Zealand and Australia
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