Follow your doctor’s instructionsabout how to use this medicine. This is particularly important because tramadol 100mg can be addictive in Australia.
Dosage and strength
Tramadol comes as:
- Standard tablets – these contain 50mg of tramadol
- slow-release tablets – these contain 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg, 300mg or 400mg of tramadol
- standard capsules – these contain 50mg of tramadol
- slow-release capsules – these contain 50mg, 100mg, 150mg or 200mg of tramadol
- drops that you swallow – this contains 100mg of tramadol in 1ml of liquid
- soluble tablets – these contain 50mg of tramadol
- tablets that dissolve in the mouth (orodispersible) – these contain 50mg of tramadol
- an injection (usually given in hospital)
Tramadol 100mg drops, injections and some tablets and capsules will start to work within 30 to 60 minutes in Australia. They’re used for pain that is expected to last for only a short time. You may be told to take this type of tramadol only if you need it for pain that can come and go. Dosages vary from person to person. Your doctor will decide the right dose for you, depending on how sensitive you are to pain, how bad your pain is, how you responded to previous painkillers and if you get any side effects.Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. In general, you will be prescribed the lowest dose that relieves your pain.
How should I use Tramadol 100mg in Australia?
Take Tramadol 100mg by mouth with a full glass of water in Australia. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Do not take your medication more often than directed.A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.Talk to your care team regarding the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of Tramadol 100mg contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What should I watch for while using Tramadol 100mg in Australia?
Tell your care team if your pain does not go away, if it gets worse, or if you have new or a different type of pain. You may develop tolerance to Tramadol 100mg in Australia. Tolerance means that you will need a higher dose of the medication for pain relief. Tolerance is normal and is expected if you take this medication for a long time.
Do not suddenly stop taking your medication because you may develop a severe reaction. Your body becomes used to the medication in Australia. This does NOT mean you are addicted. Addiction is a behavior related to getting and using a medication for a nonmedical reason. If you have pain, you have a medical reason to take pain medication. Your care team will tell you how much medication to take. If your care team wants you to stop the medication, the dose will be slowly lowered over time to avoid any side effects.
