Overview

Ultram was a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to manage moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. Ultram was also known by its drug name, tramadol.

Ultram was an opioid, or synthetic opiate, that worked as an analgesic (painkiller). Ultram was believed to work by reducing the perception of pain.

How was it taken?

Ultram was usually taken two to four times a day.

Ultram came in tablet form.

Side effects

The FDA-approved label for Ultram listed common side effects including  dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, constipation, sweating and itching. 

Rare but serious side effects listed for Ultram included serotonin syndrome, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, head trauma, interactions with drugs and alcohol, seizures, addiction, respiratory depression, and severe allergic reactions.

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Ultram — RxList