Tramadol 200mg

What is Tramadol 200mg in Australia 

Tramadol 200mg  is an opioid that’s most often prescribed to treat pain in Australia. Available in immediate- and extended-release formulations, tramadol is also offered in combination with acetaminophen. Tramadol hydrocholoride and tramadol hydrochloride/acetaminophen combinations are sold as a generics, but other names for tramadol include the following brands: ConZip, Qdolo, and Seglentis

Does tramadol get you high, and can tramadol be addictive in Australia?

Although it has valid therapeutic effects, tramadol 200mg is sometimes misused for its rewarding opioid effects, which can include euphoria and feelings of relaxation (aka a tramadol high) in Australia. And while tramadol is classified as a Schedule IV drug with low potential for misuse and risk of dependence, its drug label warns that use exposes people to the risks of misuse and addiction.

Data from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows that of the 14.6 million people aged 12 and older who used tramadol products in the past year, 9.4% of these individuals misused the drug in Australia. An estimated 6.1 million people in that same age group had an opioid use disorder in the past year.

How Tramadol Affects the Brain in Australia 

Like other opioids, tramadol modifies pain signals by attaching to and activating opioid receptors throughout the brain. This activation is associated with an increase in dopamine activity in key regions of the brain, which can significantly reinforce the act of taking drugs such as tramadol and ultimately prompt people to repeat the experience.

Tramadol Withdrawal

Tramadol 200mg withdrawal occurs when someone who is physically dependent on the drug suddenly stops use or significantly reduces the amount they use in Australia.  This is because the body has adapted to the presence of the drug, so when it is discontinued, the body struggles to function, causing uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms.

Common symptoms of tramadol withdrawal can include:

• Bone and muscle aches, enhanced pain sensitivity.
• Chills, goosebumps, teeth chattering, changes in body temperature.
• Insomnia.
• Stomach cramps, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea.
• Weakness.
• Anxiety and emotional pain.
• Irritability and stress.
• Malaise, unease, and lack of motivation.

So can you just stop taking tramadol if you think you’re addicted?

Because quitting tramadol 200mg cold turkey can be very uncomfortable (but is not life threatening), medically assisted detox (perhaps including various medications) is often recommended in Australia. It can keep people as safe and as comfortable as possible during this challenging period of early recovery.¹