TRAMADOL
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Estimated Delivery:Aug 29 - Sep 02
Active Ingredient | Synthetic opioid analgesic |
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Manufacturer | Global Medicine |
Packaging |
100 and 500 Tablets in 1 Box |
Strength |
50 Mg 100 Mg 200 Mg |
Delivery Time |
7 To 10 Days |
SKU: |
TRAMADOL |
Tramadol
What is Tramadol?
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Tramadol is a synthetic opioid analgesic (painkiller).
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Developed in Germany in the 1970s and approved for use in the U.S. in the 1990s.
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It is often considered a “weaker” opioid compared to morphine or oxycodone, but it still carries addiction and overdose risks.
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Sold under brand names like Ultram, ConZip, Ryzolt.
Medical Uses (Benefits)
Doctors prescribe tramadol for:
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Moderate to moderately severe pain (post-surgery, injury, chronic conditions).
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Chronic pain management, such as osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain.
How It Works
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Dual mechanism of action:
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Opioid effect: Binds to mu-opioid receptors in the brain to block pain signals.
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Non-opioid effect: Increases levels of serotonin and norepinephrine (neurotransmitters), helping to further reduce pain perception.
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This makes it different from many other opioids.
Benefits (When Used Correctly)
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Effective for chronic pain when other non-opioid medicines are not enough.
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Considered to have a lower risk of respiratory depression compared to stronger opioids.
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Provides pain relief without needing very high doses.
Harms & Risks
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Addiction and Dependence – though weaker than other opioids, long-term use can still cause addiction.
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Side effects: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, constipation, headache, drowsiness, sweating.
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Seizure Risk – especially in high doses or in people with epilepsy.
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Serotonin Syndrome – dangerous condition if taken with antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs).
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Overdose danger – slowed breathing, unconsciousness, even death when misused or mixed with alcohol/other sedatives.
Abuse Concerns
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Tramadol is sometimes abused because it can cause euphoria (feeling high).
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Considered less potent than other opioids, but still controlled in many countries (U.S. – Schedule IV).
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Overuse has contributed to the global opioid misuse problem, though to a smaller degree compared to Oxycodone or Hydrocodone.
Conclusion
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Tramadol is a useful pain medication for moderate pain and chronic conditions.
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Its dual mechanism makes it different from many opioids.
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However, it is not risk-free — it can still cause addiction, dependence, and dangerous side effects if