Ultram
is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain.
Before
Using:
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with Ultram.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Use of Ultram
is not recommended if you are also taking
cyclobenzaprine or medicine for depression
or other emotional or mood disorders. If
you are taking any of these medicines, be
sure your doctor knows.
Additional
monitoring of your dose or condition may
be needed if you are taking bupropion, narcotic
analgesics, or have a history of seizures.
Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any questions or concerns about using
Ultram.
Directions:
Follow the directions for using Ultram
provided by your doctor. Store this medicine
at room temperature, away from heat and light.
If you miss a dose of Ultram,
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.
Caution:
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take
Ultram
for longer than prescribed. If you experience
difficulty breathing or tightness of chest;
swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop
a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately.
Do not take any more Ultram
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
Avoid
alcohol while you are using Ultram. Ultram
will add to the effects of alcohol and other
depressants. Do not drive, operated machinery,
or do anything else that could be dangerous
until you know how you react to this medicine.
Using Ultram
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.
For
women: if you plan on becoming pregnant,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
Ultramis excreted in breast milk. Do not
breast-feed while taking this medicine
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.
Possible
Food & Drug Interactions:
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side
effects or prevent a medicine from doing its
job. Use our drug interaction checker to find
out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
You Take too Much:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include cold and
clammy skin, low body temperature, slowed
breathing, slowed heartbeat, drowsiness, dizziness,
lightheadedness, seizures, deep sleep, and
loss of consciousness.