20 Shocking Side Effects of Tramadol Abuse
Tramadol is a synthetic opioid analgesic (painkiller) that is frequently prescribed to manage moderate to severe levels of pain—such as that experienced after surgery or in chronic conditions like arthritis. It is commonly marketed under one of its brand names, Ultram.
When abused, tramadol can also cause confusion, drowsiness, suppressed breathing, and death.3A person who has become physically dependent on tramadol may experience the effects of withdrawal if the abuser suddenly stops using the drug.
The Side effect of Tramadol Abuse include:
- Change in consciousness
- Decreased awareness or responsiveness
- Difficulty with breathing
- Lack of muscle tone
- Lightheadedness
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe sleepiness
- Shortness of breath
- Slow or irregular heartbeat
- Unusual tiredness
- Dizziness.
- Difficulty falling asleep.
- Headache.
- Constipation.
- Diarrhea.
- Loss of appetite.
- Sweating.
- Dry mouth.
- Tremulousness.
- Nausea.