Precautions to be taken while using Tramadol
It is best to take
care of the following precautions while using Tramadol:
· Take Tramadol only when your doctor
prescribed you for that.
· Long-term use of Tramadol can be
habit-forming; you may have physical or mental dependence on the drug.
· Addiction, abuse, misuse of Tramadol
can be life-threatening.
· You probably know that buying or selling Tramadol is an offense under the law.
· Ask your doctor about all the necessary
precautions that you need to take while using Tramadol.
· It is best to take Tramadol exactly as
prescribed by your doctor. Please don’t take it more often than prescribed and
try to be consistent throughout the treatment.
· You cannot take it if you have recently
used MAO inhibitors, narcotic medications, sedatives, alcohol, or
tranquilizers.
· Your doctor may not allow you to take
this medication if you have asthma or stomach or bowel obstruction.
· To ensure that taking Tramadol is safe
for you; please tell your doctor if you have or ever had the following health
disorder:
oDifficulty in breathing
oSleep apnea (breathing that stops while
sleeping)
oKidney disease
oProblems while urinating
oProblems in gallbladder or pancreas
oStomach disorder
oMood swings or any other mental
illness
oDestructive and self detrimental behavior
· Breast-feeding might not be safe while
using Tramadol.
· Using Tramadol during the pregnancy may
cause congenital disabilities to the child.
· In case of overdose, consult your
doctor as soon as possible and ask for medical help.
· You can also get emergency medical
assistance by calling the poison helpline at 1-800-222-1222
· You may also experience some common and
severe side effects after using Tramadol; observe your health and consult your
doctor if you find something unusual.
· Tell the doctor about all the medicines
you are currently taking; some may interact with Tramadol and result in a fatal
situation or make the medication less effective or increase the risk of some
side effects.
· Avoid using herbal products, vitamins,
nutritional supplements, and other over-the-counter medications while using
Tramadol.
· Visit your doctor frequently and tell
him if you are feeling uneasiness after taking medicine.
· Remember that taking Tramadol is only a
part of the treatment; follow your doctor’s advice to make medicine more
effective.
· You can consult your doctor to learn
more about the risks and benefits associated with Tramadol.
· Store Tramadol tablets or injections
appropriately at room temperature, away from heat, light, and moisture
· Keep your medicine beyond the reach of
the children; they may misuse them.
· After completing your treatment, you
should talk to pharmacists or chemists near you regarding the proper disposal
of leftover medicine.
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