Tramadol
Tramadol is a synthetic, centrally acting opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. It exerts its effect by binding to mu-opioid receptors and weakly inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults, the typical starting dose is 25 to 50 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain, up to a maximum of 400 mg per day. Extended-release formulations are administered once daily. It is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age and contraindicated for post-operative pain management in children under 18 years who have undergone tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated due to risk of life-threatening respiratory depression.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Do not administer
- Tracking Notes
- Contraindicated in children under 12 years of age; avoid use.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Contraindicated in pediatric patients. |
| 5-7 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Contraindicated due to risk of life-threatening respiratory depression. |
| 8-10 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Contraindicated in pediatric patients. |
| 11-15 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Contraindicated in pediatric patients. |
| 16-20 kg | Contraindicated | Do not administer | Contraindicated in children under 12 years of age; avoid use. |
Formulation
Purpose
Management of moderate to moderately severe pain in adults
Generic Name
Tramadol HydrochlorideBranded Drug Names
Tramadol is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.