Tramadol Teaching 1758
Instructed patient and caregiver about Tramadol. It is an opioid pain medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. Serious side effects of Tramadol may include: seizures, increased risk of serotonin syndrome, decreased alertness, and drug addiction. Common side effects include: constipation, itchiness and nausea, etc. A change in dosage may be recommended in those with kidney or liver problems.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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