Pros & Cons
Tramadol Pros and Cons
- Tramadol is an opioid pain medication and is effective in relieving moderate and moderately severe pain.
- It is available in a low-cost generic form.
- Tramadol does not cause as much constipation as some other opioid pain medications.
- Tramadol is a controlled substance and prescriptions are tracked by the federal government to prevent misuse and abuse.
- Like other opioid pain relievers, tramadol can be habit-forming and carries a high risk of misuse, abuse, addiction, and overdose.
- Tramadol can cause severe complications like respiratory depression (shallow breathing), seizures, and even death.
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