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  • by Hayley Harrison on January 25th, 2010

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    Tramadol HCL 50mg is a generic, oral medication available only with a physician's prescription that contains 50 milligrams of the medication in one tablet. A narcotic, tramadol is effective in the relief of moderate to severe chronic pain.

    Function

    Tramadol HCL 50mg works by interacting with specialized locations on your brain and spinal cord, known as opioid receptors. By interfering with these receptors, tramadol HCL 50mg blocks the transmission of pain signals from your nerves from reaching your brain.

    Time Frame

    Doctors typically prescribe one tramadol HCL 50mg tablet for use every four to six hours as long as pain persists, reports the Mayo Clinic.

    Features

    When used for weeks or months, tramadol HCL 50mg may cause chemical dependence. If you develop a dependence and stop taking the drug, you may experience withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, sweating, insomnia, nausea, shaking, diarrhea and nasal congestion, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

    Side Effects

    Common side effects of tramadol HCL 50mg include dizziness, nausea, constipation, headaches and drowsiness, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. The drug poses a risk for respiratory depression, a life-threatening condition where your brain is unable to regulate your breathing.

    Considerations

    If you have a history of substance abuse, depression, drug abuse, head injuries, hormonal imbalances, respiratory depression, seizures, epilepsy, stomach problems or liver or kidney disease, it may not be safe for you to take tramadol HCL 50mg, cautions the Mayo Clinic.

    Source:

    U.S. National Library of Medicine: Tramadol Hydrochloride

    Mayo Clinic: Tramadol (Oral Route)

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  • by wendalu on July 22nd, 2010

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    what are the efects when taken wit alcohol

  • by vvrrjpsvclr on July 18th, 2010

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    What kind of chronic pan is it use for.

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  • by Rebe86 on June 1st, 2010

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    Tramadol also known as ultram is an analgesic used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. The most well known dosing unit is the 50 mg tablet and it works by decreasing the brain's perception and response to pain. Tramadol can be habit-forming, and must be taken only as prescribed by a doctor. Source: Tramadol 50mg

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  • by rosep246 on June 1st, 2010

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    Share your answer...

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  • by rosep246 on June 1st, 2010

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    I have been taking tramadol for a long time with no problem now am having dizzyness and upset stomach can that be from tramadol?

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