RAMCET 50MG INJECTION

Tramadol is a painkiller used to treat moderate to severe pain by acting on the certain areas of the brain and the nervous system

• Tramadol belongs to a class of medications called opiate (narcotic) analgesics
• It acts by blocking the effect of chemicals (serotonin, norepinephrine) that causes pain

• PO- The recommended dose is 50-100 mg (immediate release tablets) every 4-6 hours as needed for pain
• The maximum dose is 400 mg/day
• IV/IM- Moderate to severe pain- The recommended dose is 50-100 mg 4-6 hourly

• Constipation
• Hallucination
• Nausea and tremors
• Anxiety
• Diaphoresis
• Pruritis
• Agitation

• If you have a history of unconsciousness, head injury, fits (epilepsy or other seizure) disorder, If you have respiratory problem, If you have a metabolic disorder, If you have or had liver, kidney or stomach disease, If you have a history of drug abuse, alcohol addiction, mental illness, or suicide attempt, If you are having surgery, including dental surgery
• Do not consume grapefruit juice before or after taking tramadol
• Do not take this drug if you are consuming antidepressants (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). or have been taking them within the previous two weeks
• Do not take this drug if you have history of alcohol or substance abuse
• Consult your doctor if you have a history of a recent stomach or bowel surgery, or any other stomach or bowel problems (eg, pain, inflammation, ulcers
• Do not take this drug if you have had severe allergic reaction to codeine or other opioid ( example morphine)
• Tramadol can cause drowsiness and blurred vision and, therefore, caution has to be taken before operating an automobile or machinery or engaging in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination