Ultram (Tramadol Hcl) Drug Information: Medication Guide and Patient Information

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Patients should be informed that ULTRAM® (tramadol hcl) may cause seizures and/or serotonin syndrome with concomitant use of serotonergic agents (including SSRIs, SNRIs, and triptans) or drugs that significantly reduce the metabolic clearance of tramadol.
ULTRAM® (tramadol hcl) may impair mental or physical abilities required for the performance of potentially hazardous tasks such as driving a car or operating machinery.
ULTRAM® (tramadol hcl) should not be taken with alcohol containing beverages.
ULTRAM® (tramadol hcl) should be used with caution when taking medications such as tranquilizers, hypnotics or other opiate containing analgesics.
The patient should be instructed to inform the physician if they are pregnant, think they might become pregnant, or are trying to become pregnant (see PRECAUTIONS, Labor and Delivery).
The patient should understand the single-dose and 24-hour dose limit and the time interval between doses, since exceeding these recommendations can result in respiratory depression, seizures and death.

Last reviewed on RxList: 12/20/2010
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.