Pain Relief // Ultram
Ultram is a prescription pain medication for the management of moderate to moderately severe pain.
How Ultram Works
Ultram affects chemicals and receptors in the body that are associated with pain.
It is thought to work in two ways: first, it acts directly on parts of the brain and
spinal cord to reduce the amount of pain; second, it reduces the size of the pain
signal passed from one nerve to another.
Who Should and Shouldn't Use Ultram
Ultram can be habit-forming. Therefore, it is not recommended for patients with a history
of drug dependence or patients who are using opioids chronically.
Ultram should not be used by people with a history of allergies to any opioid medications
(such as Tylenol with Codeine).
Ultram has not been established as safe for use by pregnant women. If you are pregnant or
planning to become pregnant while using Ultram, discuss your options with your doctor first.
Other Important Notes
Some medications can interact with Ultram in potentially dangerous ways. Before taking Ultram,
tell your doctor about any other drugs you are using, especially tranquilizers, sleeping pills,
antidepressants, and opioid pain medicines.
Possible side effects from using Ultram include constipation, nausea, dizziness,
headache, somnolence, and vomiting. These should go away with use; talk to your doctor if they
don't. More serious side effects are also possible, though rare;
More Information
See
official Ultram website from Ortho-McNeil.
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