Trapadol

Trapadol

tramadol + paracetamol

Manufacturer:

Theon Pharmaceuticals

Distributor:

Littman
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Tramadol HCl 37.5 mg, paracetamol 325 mg
Indications/Uses
Management of moderate to severe pain.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult & childn >16 yr 1-2 tab every 4-6 hr as needed.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Acute intoxication w/ alcohol, hypnotic drugs, centrally-acting analgesics, opioids or psychotropic drugs. Not to be administered to patients who are receiving MAOIs or w/in 2 wk of w/drawal. Severe hepatic impairment. Epilepsy not controlled by treatment.
Special Precautions
May cause allergic type reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible individuals as it contains FD & C yellow #5 (tartrazine). Potential to cause liver toxicity or severe liver damage if used inappropriately. Not to be used during pregnancy. Not to be ingested during breast-feeding.
Adverse Reactions
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, drowsiness, hematological reactions including thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, resp depression & hypotension.
Drug Interactions
Increased risk of paracetamol toxicity in patients receiving other potentially hepatotoxic drugs or drugs that induce liver microsomal enzymes. May accelerate absorption of paracetamol w/ metoclopramide. May affect excretion & alter plasma conc w/ probenecid. Colestyramine reduces absorption of paracetamol if given w/in 1 hr of paracetamol.
MIMS Class
Analgesics (Opioid)
ATC Classification
N02AJ13 - tramadol and paracetamol ; Belongs to the class of opioids in combination with other non-opioid analgesics. Used to relieve pain.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Trapadol FC tab
Packing/Price
30's