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Composition :

TRAMADOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called opioid analgesics (pain killers). Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is primarily used to prevent and treat moderate to severe pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific area of the body).

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet contains Tramadol which works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain and spinal cord. Thereby inhibits the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Also, Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain.

Take Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, sweating or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet . Do not consume alcohol with Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction.

Uses of Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet

Moderate to severe pain

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Oral drops: Mix the advised number of drops in a glass of water and then drink immediately. Take it with or without food as prescribed by the doctor.

Key Benefits

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is a pain killer that works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain, thereby, inhibiting the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Thus, Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain. Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is used to relieve pain after surgery, pain caused by an injury or illness.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not stop taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction. If you are known to be allergic to Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age and for children suffering from breathing problems as it may worsen the symptoms of Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet toxicity. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of epilepsy (fits), please inform your doctor before taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet . Do not consume alcohol with Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects. Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet should be taken with caution by the patients taking sleeping pills, tranquillizers, hypnotics or other opiate containing pain killers.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise such as swimming or walking.
  • Drink plenty of water while taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet to avoid dry mouth.
  • Maintain a fibre rich diet and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to avoid constipation while taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet .
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Side Effects of Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Sweating
  • Tiredness

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

[NARCOTIC (OPIOID) ANALGESIC]

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Special Advise

  • Patients with severe liver or kidney insufficiency should avoid taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet .
  • If your children have any breathing problem, please inform your doctor as it may worsen the toxicity symptoms.
  • Do not give Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet to others. Use Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor and avoid frequent or doses as it may cause addiction.
  • Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet may impair mental or physical abilities required for the performance of hazardous activities like driving a motor vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: It is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific area of the body). Pain is highly subjective as some people have a high tolerance for pain while others have a low tolerance. Although pain is inconvenient and unpleasant, it hints about causes when something is wrong in the body. Pain may be caused due to cramps, headache, bone fractures, stomach pain, arthritis (swelling of one or more joints), muscle strain or overuse, cuts, flu, irritable bowel syndrome (an intestinal disorder causing stomach pain, diarrhoea or constipation) and fibromyalgia (muscle pain with stiffness and tenderness).

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet as it may cause drowsiness or increase the risk of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause withdrawal symptoms in baby after birth.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, blurred vision or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Take Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. However, the recommended dose of Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet for adult patients with liver cirrhosis is 50 mg every 12 hours.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. In patients with creatinine clearances of less than 30 mL/min, dosing reduction might be recommended.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Contramal DT 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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