Tramadol Hydrochloride And Acetaminophen

Generic Name: tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

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Tramadol Hydrochloride And Acetaminophen

DESCRIPTION Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP combine two analgesics, tramadol, USP 37.5 mg and acetaminophen, USP 325 mg. The chemical name for tramadol hydrochloride, USP is (±) cis -2-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-1-(3-methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol hydrochloride. Its structural formula is: The molecular weight of tramadol hydrochloride, USP is 299.84. Tramadol hydrochloride, USP is a white, bitter, crystalline and odorless powder.

Overview

DESCRIPTION Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP combine two analgesics, tramadol, USP 37.5 mg and acetaminophen, USP 325 mg. The chemical name for tramadol hydrochloride, USP is (±) cis -2-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-1-(3-methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol hydrochloride. Its structural formula is: The molecular weight of tramadol hydrochloride, USP is 299.84. Tramadol hydrochloride, USP is a white, bitter, crystalline and odorless powder.

Uses

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP are indicated for the short-term (five days or less) management of acute pain.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For the short-term (five days or less) management of acute pain, the recommended dose of tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP is 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain relief, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per day. Individualization of Dose In patients with creatinine clearances of less than 30 mL/min, it is recommended that the dosing interval of tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP be increased not to exceed 2 tablets every 12 hours. Dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, in view of the potential for greater sensitivity to adverse events.

Side Effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS Table 2 reports the incidence rate of treatment-emergent adverse events over five days of tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets use in clinical trials (subjects took an average of at least 6 tablets per day). Table 2: Incidence of Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (≥2%) Body System Preferred Term Tramadol Hydrochloride and Acetaminophen Tablets (N=142) % Gastrointestinal System Disorders Constipation 6 Diarrhea 3 Nausea 3 Dry Mouth 2 Psychiatric Disorders Somnolence 6 Anorexia 3 Insomnia 2 Central & Peripheral Nervous System Dizziness 3 Skin and Appendages Sweating Increased 4 Pruritus 2 Reproductive Disorders, Male * Prostatic Disorder 2 * Number of males = 62 Incidence at least 1%, causal relationship at least possible or greater: the following lists adverse...

Warnings

WARNINGS Hepatotoxicity Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets contain tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen. Acetaminophen has been associated with cases of acute liver failure, at times resulting in liver transplant and death. Most of the cases of liver injury are associated with the use of acetaminophen at doses that exceed 4,000 milligrams per day, and often involve more than one acetaminophen-containing product. The excessive intake of acetaminophen may be intentional to cause self-harm or unintentional as patients attempt to obtain more pain relief or unknowingly take other acetaminophen-containing products (see Boxed Warning). CONTRAINDICATIONS Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP should not be administered to patients who have previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to tramadol, USP, acetaminophen, USP, any other component of this product, or opioids.

Storage

HOW SUPPLIED Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP are beige colored, film-coated, biconvex capsule shaped tablets with “AN 617” debossed on one side and plain on the other side and are available as follows: NDC 50268-774-15 (10 tablets per card, 5 cards per carton) Dispensed in Unit Dose package. For Institutional Use Only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tramadol Hydrochloride And Acetaminophen used for?

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP are indicated for the short-term (five days or less) management of acute pain.

What are the side effects of Tramadol Hydrochloride And Acetaminophen?

ADVERSE REACTIONS Table 2 reports the incidence rate of treatment-emergent adverse events over five days of tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets use in clinical trials (subjects took an average of at least 6 tablets per day). Table 2: Incidence of Treatment-Emergent Adverse Events (≥2%) Body System Preferred Term Tramadol Hydrochloride and Acetaminophen Tablets (N=142) % Gastrointestinal System Disorders Constipation 6 Diarrhea 3 Nausea 3 Dry Mouth 2 Psychiatric Disorders Somnolence 6 Anorexia 3 Insomnia 2 Central & Peripheral Nervous System Dizziness 3 Skin and Appendages Sweating Increased 4 Pruritus 2 Reproductive Disorders, Male * Prostatic Disorder 2 * Number of males = 62 Incidence at least 1%, causal relationship at least possible or greater: the following lists adverse...

What are the important warnings for Tramadol Hydrochloride And Acetaminophen?

WARNINGS Hepatotoxicity Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets contain tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen. Acetaminophen has been associated with cases of acute liver failure, at times resulting in liver transplant and death. Most of the cases of liver injury are associated with the use of acetaminophen at doses that exceed 4,000 milligrams per day, and often involve more than one acetaminophen-containing product. The excessive intake of acetaminophen may be intentional to cause self-harm or unintentional as patients attempt to obtain more pain relief or unknowingly take other acetaminophen-containing products (see Boxed Warning). CONTRAINDICATIONS Tramadol hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablets, USP should not be administered to patients who have previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to tramadol, USP, acetaminophen, USP, any other component of this product, or opioids.

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