
Ultram Generic Name: TRAMADOL (TRA-ma-doll)
Ultram Drug Manufacturer: MCNEIL
Ultram Common Uses: This medicine is an analgesic used to treat or
prevent pain.
How to use this Ultram Medicine: Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature,
away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as
soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at
once.
Ultram Cautions: DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE
ALLERGIC REACTION to codeine, hydrocodone, dihydrocodeine, or oxycodone
(such as Tylox, Tylenol with Codeine, Vicodin). A severe allergic reaction
includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you
have a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine, or if a
certain medicine contains codeine, hydrocodone, dihydrocodeine, or oxycodone,
contact your doctor or pharmacist. IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing,
tightness of chest, swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a
rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of
this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so. DO NOT EXCEED THE
RECOMMENDED DOSE OR TAKE THIS MEDICINE for longer than prescribed. AVOID
ALCOHOL while you are using this medicine. This medicine will add to the
effects of alcohol and other depressants. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY,
OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to
this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially
dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Caution should be used in the elderly since they may be more sensitive to
the effects of this drug. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT
BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Ultram Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation,
headache, or sweating. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience skin
rash, itching, seizures, or hallucinations. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.