Tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg

What is Tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg?

Tramadol may be prescribed when weaker painkillers have not provided enough relief. The photographed Tillomed product is a capsule.

Use only as prescribed for you. The strength printed on the box is not a recommended dose; follow your own prescription and the leaflet supplied with your medicine.

Taking this medicine

Swallow capsules whole with water. Tramadol comes in standard and slow-release forms with different schedules; follow the instructions for your exact product. Do not increase the amount if pain remains uncontrolled—request a review.

Before taking it

Older adults and people with liver or kidney problems may need doses spaced differently. The duration depends on the cause of pain and your response.

• Dependence and addiction are possible. Discuss treatment duration and a stopping plan with your prescriber.
• Avoid alcohol. Do not drive if sleepy, dizzy or unable to concentrate.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines, health conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding before treatment.

Other medicines and interactions

Check antidepressants, sleeping medicines and other painkillers with a pharmacist. Do not add codeine-containing products, including co-codamol, without advice: side effects can increase.

Possible side effects

Feeling sick, dizziness and sleepiness are possible. Read the leaflet for the full list.

This is a short overview, not a full list. Read your pack’s patient leaflet and speak to a pharmacist about any concerns.

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