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Ultram is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain. |
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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 (Bupropion is the generic name of Zyban
brand smoking cessation medicine), 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.
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Follow the directions for using Ultram provided by your
doctor. Store Ultram at room temperature, away from heat
and light. If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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. |
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Do not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine 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 of this medicine 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 this medicine 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. This medicine is excreted in breast
milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
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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.
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Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. |
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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.
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