Tramadol+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen

When should one not use Tramadol+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen

• If you are allergic to tramadol, paracetamol or similar medicines
• If you are suffering from any liver problem
• If you are suffering from epilepsy or fits which is not under control by your current treatment
• If you have a history of acute poisoning with sleeping pills, alcohol, painkillers or medicines that affect mood
• If you are taking certain medicines for the treatment of depression or Parkinson’s disease

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Dry mouth
• Injection site reactions

Other General Warnings

• You are taking other medicines containing paracetamol or tramadol
• You are suffering from any liver or kidney problem
• You have respiratory tract disorder like difficulty in breathing, asthma or lung problems
• You have a history of brain injury
• You experience fits or seizures
• You are taking medicines to treat pain (containing buprenorphine, nalbuphine or pentazocine)

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way tramadol+paracetamol / acetaminophen works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems, psychiatric illnesses, Parkinson’s disease, allergy, cough, pain or are taking medicines used to stop vomiting.