Tramadol Trivia – The least known facts

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Controlled substanceTramadol medication is an opioid class medication, which acts directly on your central nervous system instead of physically on your body. This drug available in other brand names: Ultram, Ultracet, Ryzolt and so on. In 2014, the Drug Enforcement Agencies (DEA) has classified all forms of Tramadol medications under the class of controlled substance as a schedule IV drug. As a result, healthcare professionals are prescribing this drug only for a short time use, and also advising their patients that the prolonged use of the drug can cause tolerance, dependency, and addiction.

Tramadol side effects – Like other pain reliever drugs, this medication can also cause certain side effects which are very common and often you can experience it. However, it does not affect all the people who are taking this drug for pain disorder. When patients taking high doses, then the possibility of getting or experiencing the below mentioned side effects are high.

  • A headache
  • Itching
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Confusion

Serious side effects – Serious side effects are deadly however it is very rare and less common. In fact, serious side effects cause some fatal damages to patient’s health when compared to common effects. Henceforth, it is essential to take an immediate step in order to get emergency help.

The following side effects categorized under serious side effects

  • Seizures
  • Slow breathing
  • Suicidal thoughts or self-damage actions
  • Orthostatic hypotension
  • Allergic sensation or skin reactions
  • Serotonin syndrome

Never stop Tramadol in a sudden manner – When you taking this medication for your pain ailment regularly, then you should not stop the intake abruptly because such kind of practice will lead you towards withdrawal symptoms such as Diarrhea, anxiety, tremors, nausea, sweating and even more symptoms.

Do not make it a habit – This painkiller drug is not a full opiate so it exhibits weak inhibition in the central nervous system; people who have a history of alcohol addict or drug abuse will be in a greater risk of addiction. To avoid addiction, the best option is short-term use. In case, you think that you are getting addicted to this drug, consult your healthcare professional to alter the dose level or prescribe alternative pain drugs.

Generic save your money – if you get a chance of generic formulations, then do it or else ask your healthcare professional to prescribe a generic drug when it is possible. The generic formulation is also available in both immediate and extended-release tablets so you can choose the one as per your desire.The major benefit of choosing generic medication is the low price when compared to brand variants so you can save your money by opting for the generic drug.

Your dose does not fill for all – It is strongly recommended that you should not share your prescription or dosage strength to anyone because each individual has a different health condition, condition to be treated, sex as well as age. Moreover, sharing Tramadol with someone will make them to abuse or get addicted to the drug.