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#84922 - 03/08/04 05:42 AM
Ultram - Tramadol
   
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Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) hydrochloride is a centrally acting analgesic. The chemical name for Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) hydrochloride is (±)cis-2- [(dimethylamino)methyl]-1-(3-methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol hydrochloride. The molecular weight of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) hydrochloride is 299.8.
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) hydrochloride is a white, bitter, crystalline and odorless powder. It is readily soluble in water and ethanol and has a pKa of 9.41. The water/n-octanol partition coefficient is 1.35 at pH 7.
Ultram tablets contain 50 mg of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) hydrochloride and are white in color. Inactive ingredients in the tablet are corn starch, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide and wax.
INDICATIONS Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is indicated for the management of moderate to moderately severe pain.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
For the treatment of painful conditions Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) 50 mg to 100 mg can be administered as needed for relief every four to six hours, not to exceed 400 mg per day. For moderate pain Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) 50 mg may be adequate as the initial dose, and for more severe pain, Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) 100 mg is usually more effective as the initial dose.
Individualization of Dose: Available data do not suggest that a dosage adjustment is necessary in elderly patients 65 to 75 years of age unless they also have renal or hepatic impairment. For elderly patients over 75 years old, not more than 300 mg/day in divided doses as above is recommended. In all patients with creatine clearance less than 30 ml/min, it is recommended that the dosing interval of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) HCl be increased to 12 hours with a maximum daily dose of 200 mg. Since only 7% of an administered dose is removed by hemodialysis, dialysis patients can receive their regular dose on the day of dialysis. The recommended dose for patients with cirrhosis is 50 mg every 12 hours. Patients receiving chronic carbamazepine doses up to 800 mg daily may require up to twice the recommended dose of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) HCl.
HOW SUPPLIED
Ultram 50 mg (white, film-coated capsule-shaped tablet) is engraved "McNeil" on one side and "659" on the other side.
Dispense in a tight container. Store at controlled room temperature (up to 25°C, 77°F).
PATIENT INFORMATION
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) HCl is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. This drug should be used as directed and only for the period of time determined by the physician. This drug can cause dizziness or tiredness and in some cases nausea, constipation and headache. Avoid the use of alcohol or other depressants such as sleeping pills or tranquilizers. Be especially careful when performing potentially hazardous tasks such as driving or operating machinery while taking this drug. Please tell your pharmacist or physician if you are pregnant or nursing.
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#84923 - 04/19/06 03:35 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drugs_concern/tramadol.htm Drugs and Chemicals of Concern
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Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) (Trade Name: Ultram®) July 2004 DEA/OD/ODE/200407/27
Introduction:
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) was approved for marketing as a noncontrolled analgesic in 1995 under the trade name of Ultram®. Although the company initially claimed that this substance produced only very weak narcotic effects, recent data demonstrates that opioid activity is the overriding contributor to the drug’s pharmacological activity. Because of inadequate product labeling and lack of established abuse potential, many physicians felt this drug was perfectly safe to prescribe to recovering narcotic addicts and to known narcotic abusers. As a consequence, a large number of reports of abuse and dependence have been received.
Licit Uses:
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is approved for the treatment of moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. Although FDA has still not recommended the scheduling of this substance in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), a requirement necessary for DEA to place a substance under control, they have required the company to inform physicians about recent abuse data and to include new information under the "Drug Abuse and Dependence" section in the approved labeling. The labeling now contains the following language:
"Ultram® has a potential to cause psychic and physical dependence of the morphine-type (μ-opioid). The drug is associated with craving, drug-seeking behavior and tolerance development. Cases of abuse and dependence on Ultram® have been reported. Ultram® should not be used in opioid-dependent patients. Ultram® can reinitiate physical dependence in patients that have been previously dependent or chronically using other opioids. In patients with a tendency to drug abuse, a history of drug dependence, or are chronically using opioids, treatment with Ultram® is not recommended."
Chemistry/Pharmacology:
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is a centrally acting synthetic opioid. Opioid activity is due to both the parent compound and the more active O-desmethylated metabolite. Apart from analgesia, Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) may produce a number of symptoms including dizziness, somnolence, nausea, and constipation similar to other opioids.
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is well absorbed orally. It can be administered in 50 to 100 mg doses as needed for pain relief every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 400 mg/day. Seizures have been reported in patients receiving recommended doses but are more likely in high doses associated with abuse of this medication.
Poison Control data (2002 AAPCC Annual Report) indicates that there were 2,400 exposures of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) reported to poison control centers. Of those, 108 resulted in a major medical outcome and 8 resulted in death.
Illicit Uses:
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is abused for its opiate effects. The Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) is a database which provides data on drug related episodes reported by hospital emergency rooms. In 2002, there were 1,714 episodes for Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) and a total of 7,890 episodes from 1998 through 2002. DAWN medical examiners reported that Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) was involved in 95 drug-related deaths in 2002 and a total of 382 deaths from 1998 through 2002.
The National Forensic Laboratory System (NFLIS) and System to Retrieve Drug Evidence (STRIDE) are both DEA databases that collect scientifically verified data on analyzed samples in state/local and DEA forensic laboratories, respectively. In 2003, there were 267 exhibits of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) in NFLIS and 2 exhibits in STRIDE. These relatively small numbers are most probably a reflection of the uncontrolled status of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) in the U.S.
User Population:
The current pattern of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) abuse in the US involves street drug addicts, chronic pain patients, and health professionals. The lack of control and lack of urine toxicology screen for this medication have probably contributed significantly to the availability of this drug.
Illicit distribution:
Like other legal pharmaceuticals with abuse potential, diversion of this medication occurs in a number of ways including prescription fraud. As an uncontrolled substance, there are no CSA regulations regarding manufacturing, distribution, or prescription of this medication.
Control status:
Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) is not controlled under the CSA but is under review for possible control.
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#84926 - 06/08/06 07:09 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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wvguitargirl
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I have been taking Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) HCL (usually about 200mgs per day) for chronic pain and it has been a life saver for me. In MY opinion 2 50mg tablets work as well and longer than the hydro 5/500 I was on previously. (I realize everyone is different, this is just my experience with this drug.)
I do have a question, however. I realize the diffence between Ultram and ultracet is the addition of acetaminophen in the ultracet but is one stronger than the other? I recently changed doctors and he asked which one worked better for me but I couldn't remember if I had tried ultracet or not. Any answers?
Thanks!
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#84927 - 06/08/06 07:09 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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wvguitargirl
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I have been taking Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) HCL (usually about 200mgs per day) for chronic pain and it has been a life saver for me. In MY opinion 2 50mg tablets work as well and longer than the hydro 5/500 I was on previously. (I realize everyone is different, this is just my experience with this drug.)
I do have a question, however. I realize the diffence between Ultram and ultracet is the addition of acetaminophen in the ultracet but is one stronger than the other? I recently changed doctors and he asked which one worked better for me but I couldn't remember if I had tried ultracet or not. Any answers?
Thanks!
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#84928 - 06/08/06 02:51 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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roxy47
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Registered: 01/25/05
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Hi,
A major difference between Ultram and Ultracet is the dose in each pill. One pill of Ultracet is 37.5mg and one pill of Ultram is 50mg. Of course, the other difference is the acetominophen added to ultracet.
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#84929 - 06/24/06 09:48 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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alaskagal
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I have been taking Ultram now since Oct.2005 for very chronic back pain.Since then I have finally felt like I use to before my pain began.Also it give me a boost of energy in a way.I no longer take my Buspar or Lexapro for my deppression/anxiety since having been on the Ultram. My dose dose is 100mg in morning and 50mg every 4 hrs later.But I try not to take it after 4pm or Im awake at night.I also notice at bed time it dosent help the pain much though so I take 1 Hydrocod 5/500 to ease my pain if its unbearable. Anyone have similar symptoms?
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#84931 - 11/17/06 11:32 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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edgewise1
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Posts: 184
Loc: NC
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Thought I would post this just as FYI. I've seen sveral generic versions of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) and thought I would start a thread where the various generics could be listed as to shape and imprint;
1. round with COR 127 2. oblong with 377 3. oval with 93 on 1 side and 58 on the other 4. small oblong that I can't remember imprint for 5. flatter oval whose markings I can't remember
I know there are more so if anyone can add then please do.
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#84933 - 11/18/06 12:41 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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misttyy
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5. flatter oval whose markings I can't remember
PLIVA 616 markings on one side, no markings on the other.
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#84935 - 01/06/07 12:15 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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Roddy
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Ultram or Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) have NO narcotic effect whatsoever. NADA. These posts about it are hilarious, because people have been snowed, conned, convinced they get a narcotic effect from this drug. Oh Lord, what will they come up with next? Sorry if I rained on anyone's parade. RR
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#84938 - 01/06/07 10:02 PM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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txraider79
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Registered: 12/17/05
Posts: 190
Loc: TX
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It may be true in fact that there is no narcotic "effect" using Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) but I have to say I've been finding Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) very useful to help control pain I've had for a few years in my shoulder and help transition away from hydro. I still take hydro for severe pain, but Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) seems to work for me very well on "not so bad days" and I've been able to start going days at a time now without taking any hydro at all. I've been taking hydro almost daily for about two years now and have been afraid of the WD's and short supply of hydro (or ridiculous expense if you can find it at all.) Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) has been a lifesaver for me so far... No, Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) isn't going to give you much of a buzz or "high" but sorry, that's not why we're here. It does, for me, seem to dull the pain a good amount. I'd highly recommend if you're looking for an alternative to hydro. I think it's just different effects for different people, nobody is getting "snowballed." For example, for some reason when I do go to the doc, I usually get Darvocet, which is completely worthless to me. It gives me a bit of a "buzz" (along with a nauseous feeling)but does not do much in the way of dulling pain, for me at least. I know many people find Darvocet to be very effective for them. To each his or her own. Good luck!
FYI, the 100mg Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) I've got right now is from Starlite, which is the original name brand, so they say. Funny thing is, since it is not controlled, it was not seized by customs. I got 1/2 packages from Joe... First one came through fine with my 75 Rivotril but the second came with a LL and the Rivotril gone but they left me the Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) that was in the same package. I thought that to be odd, since they say "ordering any meds overseas can be dangerous- you don't know what you're getting." These Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars), as I mentioned in another post, look like they could be tabs of anything. Point being, if you're looking for an alternative for hydro or other pain med (not for getting a "buzz") try IOP's and you can get Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) (100mg or better, 50mg are only available in the states), name brand and reasonably priced without fear of having them seized. Not bad, IMO. Good luck, hope that will help some!
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#84941 - 01/07/07 03:09 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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princessd
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I've been taking Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) for some time. Occasionally I get a few hydros in between. Last time, when I had a surgical procedure done, I stop the Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars), take the hydros only, and then go back to Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars). But have taken both the same day, too, and when you do that you can't almost feel the hydros at all. As to seizures, doing this did not in the least give me any problems. But taking too much Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) will let you know how dangerous this stuff is. I can't believe how high the doses some people here are taking. I could and would never do this. Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) with hydros together is okay, but high doses of Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) with hydros or without hydros probably wouldn't be okay at all. Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) doesn't work fast and powerfully like hydros. It begins to work well when taken for some time. Real well. But it is a very dangerous drug, nevertheless.
I agree with Chantal 100 %. Sometimes you can use Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) to help taper off if you have been on Hrydro for a while and can no longer get them for what ever reason, but to take them together it can be quite dangerous. They are two of the same, although in your mind Hydro "feels" much better. (Does that make scence?) Hydro gives you a "buzz" Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) doesn't (atleast for me) but they are two of the same...to mix them and take too much of each can be a really bad combo....Dawn
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#84944 - 01/27/07 04:18 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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nephro
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I have and it did have a weak narcotic effect, though I have no tolerance. From the formulary:
"Tramadol (Click here for TramadolX180tabs for only 99.95 dollars) produces analgesia by two mechanisms: an opioid effect and an enhancement of serotonergic and adrenergic pathways. It has fewer of the typical opioid side-effects (notably, less respiratory depression, less constipation and less addiction potential); psychiatric reactions have been reported."
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#84946 - 03/25/07 10:31 AM
Re: Ultram - Tramadol
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