GENERIC NAME: TRAMADOL/ACETAMINOPHEN - ORAL (TRAH-muh-dall/uh-seet-uh-MEE-no-fen)

BRAND NAME(S): Ultracet

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This combination medication is used to treat acute pain. It is only recommended for short-term use (5 days or less).

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually every 4 to 6 hours as needed; or as directed by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food but may work more quickly when taken on an empty stomach. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming. Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without your doctor's approval. This medication contains acetaminophen. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section). When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well. Do not take more than 8 tablets in a single day (24 hours).

SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, unusual weight loss, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, or trouble urinating (males only). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: vomiting. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: chest pain, severe headache, blurred vision, ringing in the ear(s), fainting, irregular heartbeat, seizures, trouble swallowing, black stool, mental/mood changes. If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, severe dizziness, itching, swelling, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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