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Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg Tablet, Coated, 30-count — NDC 70518-3824-00 package photo

Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg Tablet, Coated, 30-count

by REMEDYREPACK INC. · 30 TABLET, COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (70518-3824-0)
NDC 70518-3824-00
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 70518-3824-0 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains30-count Pack sizes10 compare ↓
Also priced by: Part D plans $0.1012/unit — full pricing hub ↓
Rx only Generic On market CIV 🛡 REMS
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
📋 All sources & update times →
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Other active recalls for Tramadol Hydrochloride (different manufacturers) — 2 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Mar 19, 2026 — Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: N-nitroso-desmethyl-tramadol impurity (NDSRI) was found out of the specification at 24-month stability interval during Long term stability (25¿C/60%RH). (Amneal Pharmaceuticals, LLC) · FDA recall D-0408-2026
Class II · Apr 26, 2024 — Presence of Foreign Tablets: Pharmacist reported a tablet of baclofen in a bottle of 1000-count tramadol (Rubicon Research Private Limited) · FDA recall D-0487-2024
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 70518-3824-0
Product NDC 70518-3824
11-digit billing NDC 70518382400
RxCUI 835603
UNII 9N7R477WCK
Application # ANDA208708
SPL Set ID 5199132e-745e-46a0-8068-e06d1bca5c61
Established class (EPC) Opioid Agonist
Mechanism of action Full Opioid Agonists
DEA schedule CIV
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-08-07
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, COATED
Substance TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
GCN Seq No 023139
GCN 07221
HICL code 008317
Ingredient (HICL) Tramadol Hcl
HIC1 code H
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Nervous System (Except Autonomic)
HIC2 code H3
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Analgesics
HIC3 code H3A
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Opioid Analgesics
AHFS code 28:08.08.00
AHFS class Opioid Agonists (28:08)
FDB label name TRAMADOL HCL 50 MG TABLET
FDB brand name Tramadol Hcl
Legend status F — Federal legend — prescription drug or device
TE code (Orange Book) AB · RLD · RS
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 70518-3824-0 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 70518-3824-00. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Opioid Agonist class.

Pharmacologic class Opioid Agonist
Drug family (ATC) Other opioids
How it works Full Opioid Agonists
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerREMEDYREPACK INC.
Application holderRUBICON RESEARCH LTD
FDA applicationANDA208708 (ANDA)
Labeler code70518
First marketedAug 2023
DEA scheduleCIV
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio1,511 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

Label name TRAMADOL HCL 50 MG TABLET Ingredient Tramadol Hcl
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
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Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

Color white
ShapeCapsule
Imprint018
Size13 mm
ScoringScored — splits in 2
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 3SY5LH9PMK
    Anhydrous lactose is a milk sugar with no water content. It acts as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules, adding bulk and helping ingredients stick together.
  • UNII 3NXW29V3WO
    Hypromellose is a plant-based thickener made from cellulose. It's used in medicines as a binder to hold ingredients together, a coating for tablets, and a thickener for liquids.
  • UNII 70097M6I30
    Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
  • UNII OP1R32D61U
    Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
  • UNII 3WJQ0SDW1A
    Polyethylene glycol is a synthetic liquid or solid polymer used in medicines as a solvent, lubricant, and humectant. It helps dissolve active ingredients, reduces friction during manufacturing, and retains moisture in the final product.
  • UNII 6OZP39ZG8H
    Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in medications and improves how the product disperses in the body.
  • UNII H8AV0SQX4D
    A modified starch derived from potato or corn starch. It absorbs water quickly and helps tablets or capsules break apart and dissolve in the stomach, acting as a disintegrant to ensure the medicine releases its active ingredients properly.
  • UNII O8232NY3SJ
    A plant-based carbohydrate derived from corn kernels. It acts as a filler to add bulk, a binder to hold ingredients together, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach for absorption.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.

9 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMedingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 $0.1012 $3.04 / 30 tablets
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 00093-3301-01 Teva 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 00904-7496-61 Major 1 tablet $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 16571-0716-01 Rising 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 29300-0355-01 Unichem 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 60219-2348-01 Amneal 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 60687-0795-01 American 1 tablet $0.025 AB Availability likely
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 64380-0791-01 Strides 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 64980-0614-01 Rising 100 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 72888-0080-00 Advagen 1000 tablets $0.025 AB Availability likely
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 52817-0195-00 TRUPHARMA 1000 tablets $0.033 AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 27808-0301-01 Cranbury 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 50090-5789-00 A-S 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 50090-5790-01 A-S 90 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 51407-0007-01 Golden 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 55700-0997-01 Quality 120 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 58118-2348-08 Clinical 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 59651-0441-01 Aurobindo 100 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 60760-0588-30 ST. 30 tablets AB Discontinued
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 60760-0727-09 St. 9 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 60760-0772-09 ST. 9 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 63187-0063-15 Proficient 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 65162-0627-01 Amneal 10 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 67046-1209-03 Coupler 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 67296-1834-01 RedPharm 10 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 68071-3644-03 NuCare 30 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 68071-3655-02 NuCare 12 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 68071-4119-01 NuCare 120 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 68788-4035-01 Preferred 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 68788-4040-01 Preferred 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 68788-4114-01 Preferred 90 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 68788-8121-01 Preferred 100 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 68788-8717-01 Preferred 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 69238-2348-01 Amneal 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mgthis 70518-3824-00 REMEDYREPACK 30 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 70518-4248-00 REMEDYREPACK 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71205-0740-15 Proficient 15 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 71335-2518-00 Bryant 50 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 71335-2612-01 Bryant 8 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71335-2721-01 Bryant 8 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71335-3147-00 Bryant 50 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71335-9658-00 Bryant 50 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71610-0006-15 Aphena 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 71610-0865-15 Aphena 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 72189-0311-12 DirectRx 12 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 76420-0733-00 Asclemed 1000 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol HCL 50 mg 80425-0057-01 Advanced 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 80425-0274-01 Advanced 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 80425-0276-01 Advanced 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 80425-0501-01 Advanced 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 80425-0548-01 Advanced 15 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 82804-0114-15 Proficient 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 82804-0142-15 Proficient 15 tablets AB FDA listed
tramadol hydrochloride 50 mg 82868-0052-30 Northwind 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 87063-0117-01 Asclemed 100 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 80425-0588-01 Advanced 15 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 82868-0110-30 Northwind 30 tablets AB FDA listed
Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg 70518-4713-00 REMEDYREPACK 30 tablets AB FDA listed
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Aug 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.
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This drug has a REMS. A Risk Evaluation & Mitigation Strategy is an FDA-required safety program. It may require enrollment, counseling, or monitoring to manage a serious risk. See the boxed warning & full label below, and REMS@FDA ↗.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
70518-3824-00 You're viewing this 30 TABLET, COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (70518-3824-0) 2023-08-07 Active
70518-3824-01 60 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-1) 2023-08-08 Active
70518-3824-02 90 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-2) 2023-08-18 Active
70518-3824-03 180 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-3) 2023-08-18 Active
70518-3824-04 120 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-4) 2023-08-31 Active
70518-3824-05 30 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-5) 2023-10-11 Active
70518-3824-06 100 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-6) 2025-12-18 Active
70518-3824-07 180 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-7) 2026-05-03 Active
70518-3824-08 90 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-8) 2026-05-03 Active
70518-3824-09 180 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (70518-3824-9) 2026-06-14 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 70518-3824-00?
NDC 70518-3824-00 is a 30-count package — 30 tablet, coated in 1 blister pack.
What is the difference between NDC 70518-3824-00 and NDC 70518-3824-05?
Both are Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg Tablet, Coated — the drug itself is identical. NDC 70518-3824-00 is the 30-count package, while NDC 70518-3824-05 is the 30 tablets package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Tramadol Hydrochloride 50 mg Tablet, Coated?
Bill NDC 70518-3824-00 — the 11-digit billing format is 70518382400. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Finished prescription product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data ✓ Available
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 70518-3824-0, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 70518-3824-00, written without dashes as 70518382400. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 70518-3824-00, the first segment (70518) is the labeler code FDA assigned to REMEDYREPACK INC.; the middle segment (3824) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (00) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by REMEDYREPACK INC.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 9 other package presentations of this same product, including 30 tablets (70518-3824-05), 60 tablets (70518-3824-01), 90 tablets (70518-3824-02). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
REMEDYREPACK INC. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🚨 Boxed Warning ~3 min read

WARNING: SERIOUS AND LIFE-THREATENING RISKS FROM USE OF TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS Addiction, Abuse And Misuse Because the use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets exposes patients and other users to the risks of opioid addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to overdose and death, assess each patient’s risk prior to prescribing and reassess all patients regularly for the development of these behaviors and conditions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression Serious, life-threatening, or fatal respiratory depression may occur with use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets, especially during initiation or following a dosage increase.

To reduce the risk of respiratory depression, proper dosing and titration of Tramadol hydrochloride tablets are essential [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Accidental Ingestion Accidental ingestion of even one dose of tramadol hydrochloride tablets, especially by children, can result in a fatal overdose of tramadol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Risks From Concomitant Use with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death.

Reserve concomitant prescribing of tramadol hydrochloride tablets and benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) , Drug Interactions (7) ]. Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS) Advise pregnant women using opioids for an extended period of time of the risk of Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome, which may be life-threatening if not recognized and treated. Ensure that management by neonatology experts will be available at delivery [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ].

Opioid Analgesic Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Healthcare providers are strongly encouraged to complete a REMS compliant education program and to counsel patients and caregivers on serious risks, safe use, and the importance of reading the Medication Guide with each prescription [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ]. Ultra-Rapid Metabolism of Tramadol and other Risk Factors for Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression in Children Life-threatening respiratory depression and death have occurred in children who received tramadol.

Some of the reported cases followed tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy; in at least one case, the child had evidence of being an ultra-rapid metabolizer of tramadol due to a CYP2D6 polymorphism [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . Tramadol hydrochloride tablets is contraindicated in children younger than 12 years of age and in children younger than 18 years of age following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy [see Contraindications (4) ] . Avoid the use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets in adolescents 12 to 18 years of age who have other risk factors that may increase their sensitivity to the respiratory depressant effects of tramadol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] .

Interactions with Drugs Affecting Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes The effects of concomitant use or discontinuation of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with tramadol are complex. Use of cytochrome P450 3A4 inducers, 3A4 inhibitors, or 2D6 inhibitors with tramadol hydrochloride tablets requires careful consideration of the effects on the parent drug, tramadol, and the active metabolite, M1 [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ; Drug Interactions (7) ] . WARNING: SERIOUS AND LIFE-THREATENING RISKS FROM USE OF TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.

Tramadol hydrochloride tablets exposes users to the risks of addiction, abuse and misuse, which can lead to overdose and death. Assess each patient’s risk prior to prescribing tramadol hydrochloride tablets, and monitor regularly for these beh…

🎯 Indications and Usage 193 words

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are indicated in adults for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. Limitations of Use Because of the risks of addiction, abuse, misuse, overdose, and death, which can occur at any dosage or duration, and persist over the course of therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] reserve opioid analgesics, including tramadol hydrochloride tablets for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options are ineffective, not tolerated, or would be otherwise inadequate to provide sufficient management of pain.

Tramadol hydrochloride is an opioid agonist indicated in adults for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate ( 1 ). Limitations of Use: Because of the risks of addiction, abuse, misuse, overdose, and death, which can occur at any dosage or duration, and persist over the course of therapy reserve opioid analgesics, including tramadol hydrochloride tablets for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options are ineffective, not tolerated, or would be otherwise inadequate to provide sufficient management of pain.

( 1 , 5.1 )

⏱️ Dosage and Administration ~3 min read

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Periodically reassess patients receiving tramadol hydrochloride tablets to evaluate the continued need for opioid analgesics to maintain pain control, for the signs or symptoms of adverse reactions, and for the development of addiction, abuse, or misuse. ( 2.4 ) Tramadol hydrochloride tablets should be prescribed only by healthcare professionals who are knowledgeable about the use of opioids and how to mitigate the associated risks. ( 2.1 ) Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals.

Because the risk of overdose increases as opioid doses increase, reserve titration to higher doses of tramadol hydrochloride tablets for patients in whom lower doses are insufficiently effective and in whom the expected benefits of using a higher dose opioid clearly outweigh the substantial risks. ( 2.1 , 5 ) Many acute pain conditions (e.g., the pain that occurs with a number of surgical procedures or acute musculoskeletal injuries) require no more than a few days of an opioid analgesic. Clinical guidelines on opioid prescribing for some acute pain conditions are available.

( 2.1 ) There is variability in the opioid analgesic dose and duration needed to adequately manage pain due both to the cause of pain and to individual patient factors. Initiate the dosing regimen for each patient individually, taking into account the patient’s underlying cause and severity of pain, prior analgesic treatment and response, and risk factors for addiction, abuse, and misuse. ( 2.1 , 5.1 ) Respiratory depression can occur at any time during opioid therapy, especially when initiating and following dosage increases with Tramadol hydrochloride tablets.

Consider this risk when selecting an initial dose and when making dose adjustments. ( 2.1 , 5.2 ). Initiate the dosing regimen for each patient individually, taking into account the patient's severity of pain, patient response, prior analgesic treatment experience, and risk factors for addiction, abuse, and misuse ( 2.1 ).

Start at 25 mg/day and titrate in 25 mg increments as separate doses every 3 days to reach 100 mg/day (25 mg four times a day). Thereafter the total daily dose may be increased by 50 mg as tolerated every 3 days to reach 200 mg/day (50 mg four times a day). After titration, tramadol hydrochloride tablets 50 to100 mg can be administered as needed for pain relief every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 400 mg/day ( 2.3 , 2.4 ).

Severe Renal Impairment : increase the tramadol hydrochloride tablets dosing interval to 12 hours, and limit maximum daily dose to 200 mg ( 2.3 ). Severe hepatic impairment : Recommended dose is 50 mg every 12 hours. Discuss opioid overdose reversal agents and options for acquiring them with the patient and/or caregiver, both when initiating and renewing treatment with Tramadol hydrochloride tablets, especially if the patient has additional risk factors for overdose, or close contacts at risk for exposure and overdose.

( 2.2 , 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.3 ) Do not rapidly reduce or abruptly discontinue tramadol hydrochloride tablets in a physically-dependent patient because rapid reduction or abrupt discontinuation opioid analgesic has resulted in serious withdrawals symptoms, uncontrolled pain, and suicide ( 2.3 , 5.18 ).

2.1Important Dosage and Administration Instructions Do not use Tramadol hydrochloride tablets concomitantly with other tramadol-containing products. Tramadol hydrochloride tablets should be prescribed only by healthcare professionals who are knowledgeable about the use of opioids and how to mitigate the associated risks. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration of time consistent with individual patient treatment goals [see Warnings and Precautions (5) ] .

Because the risk of overdose increases as opioid doses increase, reserve titration to higher doses of tramadol hydrochloride tablets for patients in whom lower doses are insufficiently effective and in whom the expect…

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 50 mg are white to off white, capsule-shaped film coated tablet debossed with “018” on one side and scored on other side. Tablets: 50 mg ( 3) .

Contraindications ~1 min read

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are contraindicated for: all children younger than 12 years of age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ]. post-operative management in children younger than 18 years of age following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ]. Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP are also contraindicated in patients with: Significant respiratory depression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Acute or severe bronchial asthma in an unmonitored setting or in the absence of resuscitative equipment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) ].

Known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, including paralytic ileus [see Warnings and Precautions (5.15) ]. Hypersensitivity to tramadol, any other component of this product or opioids [see Warnings and Precautions (5.16) ]. Concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or use within the last 14 days [see Drug Interactions (7) ].

Children younger than 12 years of age ( 4) . Post-operative management in children younger than 18 years of age following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy ( 4 ). Significant respiratory depression ( 4) .

Acute or severe bronchial asthma in an unmonitored setting or in the absence of resuscitative equipment ( 4 ). Known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, including paralytic ileus ( 4 ). Hypersensitivity to tramadol, any other component of this product or opioids ( 4 ).

Concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or use of MAOIs within the last 14 days ( 4 ).

⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ~3 min read

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia and Allodynia: Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia (OIH) occurs when an opioid analgesic paradoxically causes an increase in pain, or an increase in sensitivity to pain. If a patient is suspected to be experiencing OIH, carefully consider appropriately decreasing the dose of the current opioid analgesic, or opioid rotation (safety switching the patient to a different opioid moiety). ( 5.8 ) Serotonin Syndrome: May be life-threatening.

Can occur with use of tramadol alone, with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs, with drugs that impair metabolism of serotonin or tramadol ( 5.8 ). Risk of Seizure: Can occur at the recommended dose of tramadol. Concomitant use with other drugs may increase seizure risk.

Risk may increase in patients with epilepsy, a history of seizures, and in patients with a recognized risk for seizures ( 5.9 ). Risk of Suicide: Do not prescribe for suicidal or addiction-prone patients ( 5.10 ). Adrenal Insufficiency : If diagnosed, treat with physiologic replacement of corticosteroids, and wean patient off the opioid ( 5.11 ).

Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression in Patients with Chronic Pulmonary Disease or in Elderly, Cachectic, or Debilitated Patients: Regularly evaluate closely, particularly during initiation and titration ( 5.12 ). Severe Hypotension: Regularly evaluate during dosage initiation and titration. Avoid use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets in patients with circulatory shock ( 5.13 ).

Risks of Use in Patients with Increased Intracranial Pressure, Brain Tumors, Head Injury, or Impaired Consciousness: Regularly evaluate for sedation and respiratory depression. Avoid use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets in patients with impaired consciousness or coma ( 5.14 ).

5.1Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Tramadol hydrochloride tablets contains tramadol, a Schedule IV controlled substance. As an opioid, tramadol hydrochloride tablets exposes users to the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse [see Drug Abuse and Dependence (9) ] Although the risk of addiction in any individual is unknown, it can occur in patients appropriately prescribed tramadol hydrochloride tablets. Addiction can occur at recommended dosages and if the drug is misused or abused.

The risk of opioid-related overdose or overdose-related death is increased with higher opioid doses, and this risk persists over the course of therapy. In postmarketing studies, addiction, abuse, misuse, and fatal and non-fatal opioid overdose were observed in patients with long-term opioid use [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ] . Assess each patient's risk for opioid addiction, abuse, or misuse prior to prescribing tramadol hydrochloride tablets, and reassess all patients receiving tramadol hydrochloride tablets for the development of these behaviors and conditions.

Risks are increased in patients with a personal or family history of substance abuse (including drug or alcohol abuse or addiction) or mental illness (e.g., major depression). The potential for these risks should not, however, prevent the proper management of pain in any given patient. Patients at increased risk may be prescribed opioids such as tramadol hydrochloride tablets, but use in such patients necessitates intensive counseling about the risks and proper use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets along with frequent reevaluation for signs of addiction, abuse, and misuse.

Consider recommending or prescribing an opioid overdose reversal agent [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Opioids are sought for non-medical use and are subject to diversion from legitimate prescribed use. Consider these risks when prescribing or dispensing tramadol hydrochloride tablets.

Strategies to reduce these risks include prescribing the drug in the smallest appropriate quantity and advising the patient on the proper disposal of unused drug [see Patient Counselling Information (17) ] . Contact local state professional licensing board or state…

🤒 Adverse Reactions ~3 min read

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described, or described in greater detail, in other sections: Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Ultra-Rapid Metabolism of Tramadol and Other Risk Factors for Life-threatening Respiratory Depression in Children [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Interactions with Benzodiazepines or Other CNS Depressants [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Serotonin Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Seizures [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Suicide [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10) ] Adrenal Insufficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) ] Severe Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) ] Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.15) ] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.16) ] Withdrawal [see Warnings and Precautions (5.17) ] The most common incidence of treatment-emergent adverse events (≥15.0%) in patients from clinical trials were dizziness/vertigo, nausea, constipation, headache, somnolence, vomiting and pruritus ( 6 ).

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Advagen Pharma Ltd, at 866-488-0312 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .

6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Tramadol hydrochloride tablets were administered to 550 patients during the double-blind or open-label extension periods in U.S. studies of chronic nonmalignant pain. Of these patients, 375 were 65 years old or older.

Table 1 reports the cumulative incidence rate of adverse reactions by 7, 30 and 90 days for the most frequent reactions (5% or more by 7 days). The most frequently reported events were in the central nervous system and gastrointestinal system. Although the reactions listed in the table are felt to be probably related to tramadol hydrochloride tablets administration, the reported rates also include some events that may have been due to underlying disease or concomitant medication.

The overall incidence rates of adverse experiences in these trials were similar for tramadol hydrochloride tablets and the active control groups, TYLENOL with Codeine #3 (acetaminophen 300 mg with codeine phosphate 30 mg), and aspirin 325 mg with codeine phosphate 30 mg, however, the rates of withdrawals due to adverse events appeared to be higher in the tramadol hydrochloride tablets groups. Table 1: Cumulative Incidence of Adverse Reactions for Tramadol Hydrochloride tablets in Chronic Trials of Nonmalignant Pain (N=427) 1 "CNS Stimulation" is a composite of nervousness, anxiety, agitation, tremor, spasticity, euphoria, emotional lability and hallucinations Up to 7 Days Up to 30 Days Up to 90 Days Dizziness/Vertigo 26% 31% 33% Nausea 24% 34% 40% Constipation 24% 38% 46% Headache 18% 26% 32% Somnolence 16% 23% 25% Vomiting 9% 13% 17% Pruritus 8% 10% 11% "CNS Stimulation" 1 7% 11% 14% Asthenia 6% 11% 12% Sweating 6% 7% 9% Dyspepsia 5% 9% 13% Dry Mouth 5% 9% 10% Diarrhea 5% 6% 10% Incidence 1% to Less than 5% Possibly Causally Related The following lists adverse reactions that occurred with an incidence of 1% to less than 5% in clinical trials, and for which the possibility of a causal relationship with tramadol hydrochloride tablets exists.

Body as a Whole: Malaise. Cardiovascular: Vasodilation. Central Nervous System: Anxiety, Confusion, Coordination disturbance, Euphoria, Miosis, Nervousness, Sleep disorder.

Gastrointestinal: Abdominal pain, Anorexia, Flatulence. Musculoskeletal: Hypertonia. Skin: Rash.

Special Senses: Visual disturbance. Urogenital: Menopausal symptoms, Urinary freq…

🔄 Drug Interactions ~3 min read

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Table 2: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with tramadol hydrochloride tablets Inhibitors of CYP2D6 Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets and CYP2D6 inhibitors may result in an increase in the plasma concentration of tramadol and a decrease in the plasma concentration of M1, particularly when an inhibitor is added after a stable dose of tramadol hydrochloride tablets is achieved. Since M1 is a more potent μ-opioid agonist, decreased M1 exposure could result in decreased therapeutic effects, and may result in signs and symptoms of opioid withdrawal in patients who had developed physical dependence to tramadol.

Increased tramadol exposure can result in increased or prolonged therapeutic effects and increased risk for serious adverse events including seizures and serotonin syndrome. After stopping a CYP2D6 inhibitor, as the effects of the inhibitor decline, the tramadol plasma concentration will decrease and the M1 plasma concentration will increase. This could increase or prolong therapeutic effects but also increase adverse reactions related to opioid toxicity, such as potentially fatal respiratory depression [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .

Intervention: If concomitant use of a CYP2D6 inhibitor is necessary, follow patients closely for adverse reactions including opioid withdrawal, seizures and serotonin syndrome. If a CYP2D6 inhibitor is discontinued, consider lowering tramadol hydrochloride tablets dosage until stable drug effects are achieved. Follow patients closely for adverse events including respiratory depression and sedation.

Examples Quinidine, fluoxetine, paroxetine and bupropion Inhibitors of CYP3A4 Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets and CYP3A4 inhibitors can increase the plasma concentration of tramadol and may result in a greater amount of metabolism via CYP2D6 and greater levels of M1. Follow patients closely for increased risk of serious adverse events including seizures and serotonin syndrome, and adverse reactions related to opioid toxicity including potentially fatal respiratory depression, particularly when an inhibitor is added after a stable dose of tramadol hydrochloride tablets is achieved.

After stopping a CYP3A4 inhibitor, as the effects of the inhibitor decline, the tramadol plasma concentration will decrease [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , resulting in decreased opioid efficacy or a withdrawal syndrome in patients who had developed physical dependence to tramadol. Intervention: If concomitant use is necessary, consider dosage reduction of tramadol hydrochloride tablets until stable drug effects are achieved. Follow patients closely for seizures, serotonin syndrome, and signs of respiratory depression and sedation at frequent intervals.

If a CYP3A4 inhibitor is discontinued, consider increasing the tramadol hydrochloride tablets dosage until stable drug effects are achieved and follow patients for signs and symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Examples Macrolide antibiotics (e.g., erythromycin), azole-antifungal agents (e.g. ketoconazole), protease inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir) CYP3A4 Inducers Clinical Impact: The concomitant use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets and CYP3A4 inducers can decrease the plasma concentration of tramadol [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , resulting in decreased efficacy or onset of a withdrawal syndrome in patients who have developed physical dependence to tramadol.

After stopping a CYP3A4 inducer, as the effects of the inducer decline, the tramadol plasma concentration will increase [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which could increase or prolong both the therapeutic effects and adverse reactions, and may cause seizures, serotonin syndrome, and/or potentially fatal respiratory depression. Intervention: If concomitant use is necessary, consider increasing the tramadol hydrochloride tablets dosage until stable drug effects are achieved. Assess patients for signs of op…

👥 Use in Specific Populations ~3 min read

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy : May cause fetal harm ( 8.1 ). Lactation : Breastfeeding not recommended ( 8.2 ).

8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of opioid analgesics for an extended period of time during pregnancy may cause neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome. Available data with tramadol hydrochloride tablets in pregnant women are insufficient to inform a drug-associated risk for major birth defects and miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, tramadol administration during organogenesis decreased fetal weights and reduced ossification in mice, rats, and rabbits at 1.4, 0.6, and 3.6 times the maximum recommended human daily dosage (MRHD).

Tramadol decreased pup body weight and increased pup mortality at 1.2 and 1.9 times the MRHD [see Data] . Based on animal data, advise pregnant women of the potential risk to a fetus. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.

All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions Use of opioid analgesics for an extended period of time during pregnancy for medical or nonmedical purposes can result in respiratory depression and physical dependence in the neonate and neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome shortly after birth.

Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome can present as irritability, hyperactivity and abnormal sleep pattern, high pitched cry, tremor, vomiting, diarrhea and failure to gain weight. The onset, duration, and severity of neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome vary based on the specific opioid used, duration of use, timing and amount of last maternal use, and rate of elimination of the drug by the newborn. Observe newborns for symptoms and signs of neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome and manage accordingly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] .

Neonatal seizures, neonatal withdrawal syndrome, fetal death and still birth have been reported during post-marketing. Labor or Delivery Opioids cross the placenta and may produce respiratory depression and psycho-physiologic effects in neonates. An opioid overdose reversal agent, such as naloxone or nalmefene, must be available for reversal of opioid-induced respiratory depression in the neonate.

Tramadol hydrochloride tablets are not recommended for use in pregnant women during or immediately prior to labor, when other analgesic techniques are more appropriate. Opioid analgesics, including tramadol hydrochloride tablets, can prolong labor through actions which temporarily reduce the strength, duration, and frequency of uterine contractions. However, this effect is not consistent and may be offset by an increased rate of cervical dilation, which tends to shorten labor.

Monitor neonates exposed to opioid analgesics during labor for signs of excess sedation and respiratory depression. Tramadol has been shown to cross the placenta. The mean ratio of serum tramadol in the umbilical veins compared to maternal veins was 0.83 for 40 women given tramadol during labor.

The effect of tramadol hydrochloride tablets, if any, on the later growth, development, and functional maturation of the child is unknown. Data Animal Data Tramadol has been shown to be embryotoxic and fetotoxic in mice, (120 mg/kg), rats (25 mg/kg) and rabbits (75 mg/kg) at maternally toxic dosages, but was not teratogenic at these dose levels. These doses on a mg/m 2 basis are 1.4, 0.6, and 3.6 times the maximum recommended human daily dosage (MRHD) for mouse, rat and rabbit, respectively.

No drug-related teratogenic effects were observed in progeny of mice (up to 140 mg/kg), rats (up to 80 mg/kg) or rabbits (up to 300 mg/kg) treated with tramadol by various routes. Embryo and fetal toxicity consisted primarily of decreased fetal weights, decreas…

🆘 Overdosage ~2 min read

10 OVERDOSAGE Clinical Presentation Acute overdosage with tramadol hydrochloride tablets can be manifested by respiratory depression, somnolence progressing to stupor or coma, skeletal muscle flaccidity, cold and clammy skin, constricted pupils, and, in some cases, pulmonary edema, bradycardia, QT prolongation, hypotension, partial or complete airway obstruction, atypical snoring, seizures, and death. Marked mydriasis rather than miosis may be seen with hypoxia in overdose situations. [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] Toxic leukoencephalopathy has been reported after opioid overdose and can present hours, days, or weeks after apparent recovery from the initial intoxication.

Deaths due to overdose have been reported with abuse and misuse of tramadol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ; Drug Abuse and Dependence (9.2) ] . Review of case reports has indicated that the risk of fatal overdose is further increased when tramadol is abused concurrently with alcohol or other CNS depressants, including other opioids. Treatment of Overdose In case of overdose, priorities are the re-establishment of a patent and protected airway and institution of assisted or controlled ventilation, if needed.

Employ other supportive measures (including oxygen and vasopressors) in the management of circulatory shock and pulmonary edema as indicated. Cardiac arrest or serious arrhythmias will require advanced life-supporting measures. Because strategies for the management of overdose are continually evolving, it is advisable to contact a poison control center (where available) to determine the latest recommendations for the management of an overdose.

For clinically significant respiratory or circulatory depression secondary to opioid overdose, administer an opioid overdose reversal agent such as naloxone or nalmefene. While an opioid overdose reversal agent will reverse some, but not all, symptoms caused by overdosage with tramadol, the risk of seizures is also increased with reversal agent administration. In animals, convulsions following the administration of toxic doses of tramadol hydrochloride tablets could be suppressed with barbiturates or benzodiazepines but were increased with naloxone.

Naloxone administration did not change the lethality of an overdose in mice. Hemodialysis is not expected to be helpful in an overdose because it removes less than 7% of the administered dose in a 4-hour dialysis period. Because the duration of opioid reversal is expected to be less than the duration of action of tramadol in tramadol hydrochloride tablets, carefully monitor the patient until spontaneous respiration is reliably reestablished.

If the response to an opioid overdose reversal agent is suboptimal or only brief in nature, administer additional reversal agent as directed by the product’s prescribing information. In an individual physically dependent on opioids, administration of the recommended usual dosage of the overdose reversal agent will precipitate an acute withdrawal syndrome. The severity of the withdrawal symptoms experienced will depend on the degree of physical dependence and the dose of the reversal agent administered.

If a decision is made to treat serious respiratory depression in the physically dependent patient, administration of the reversal agent should be begun with care and by titration with smaller than usual doses of the reversal agent.

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ~3 min read

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

12.1Mechanism of Action Tramadol hydrochloride tablets contains tramadol, an opioid agonist and inhibitor of norepinephrine and serotonin re-uptake. Although the mode of action is not completely understood, the analgesic effect of tramadol is believed to be due to both binding to μ-opioid receptors and weak inhibition of re-uptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Opioid activity is due to both low affinity binding of the parent compound and higher affinity binding of the O -demethylated metabolite M1 to μ-opioid receptors.

In animal models, M1 is up to 6 times more potent than tramadol in producing analgesia and 200 times more potent in μ-opioid binding. Tramadol-induced analgesia is only partially antagonized by the opioid antagonist naloxone in several animal tests. The relative contribution of both tramadol and M1 to human analgesia is dependent upon the plasma concentrations of each compound [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] .

Analgesia in humans begins approximately within one hour after administration and reaches a peak in approximately two to three hours.

12.2Pharmacodynamics Effects on the Central Nervous System Tramadol produces respiratory depression by direct action on brain stem respiratory centers. The respiratory depression involves a reduction in the responsiveness of the brain stem respiratory centers to both increases in carbon dioxide tension and electrical stimulation. Tramadol administration may produce a constellation of symptoms including nausea and vomiting, dizziness, and somnolence.

Tramadol causes miosis, even in total darkness. Pinpoint pupils are a sign of opioid overdose but are not pathognomonic (e.g., pontine lesions of hemorrhagic or ischemic origins may produce similar findings). Marked mydriasis rather than miosis may be seen due to hypoxia in overdose situations.

Effects on the Gastrointestinal Tract and Other Smooth Muscle Tramadol causes a reduction in motility associated with an increase in smooth muscle tone in the antrum of the stomach and duodenum. Digestion of food in the small intestine is delayed and propulsive contractions are decreased. Propulsive peristaltic waves in the colon are decreased, while tone may be increased to the point of spasm resulting in constipation.

Other opioid-induced effects may include a reduction in biliary and pancreatic secretions, spasm of sphincter of Oddi, and transient elevations in serum amylase, and opioid-induced esophageal dysfunction (OIED). Effects on the Cardiovascular System Tramadol produces peripheral vasodilation, which may result in orthostatic hypotension or syncope. Manifestations of peripheral vasodilation may include pruritus, flushing, red eyes, sweating and/or orthostatic hypotension.

The effect of oral tramadol on the QTcF interval was evaluated in a double-blind, randomized, four-way crossover, placebo-and positive-(moxifloxacin) controlled study in 68 adult male and female healthy subjects. At a 600 mg/day dose (1.5-fold the maximum immediate-release daily dose), the study demonstrated no significant effect on the QTcF interval. Effects on the Endocrine System Opioids inhibit the secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), cortisol, and luteinizing hormone (LH) in humans.

They also stimulate prolactin, growth hormone (GH) secretion, and pancreatic secretion of insulin and glucagon [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11) , Adverse Reactions (6) ] . Use of opioids for an extended period of time may influence the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, leading to androgen deficiency that may manifest as low libido, impotence, erectile dysfunction, amenorrhea, or infertility. The causal role of opioids in the clinical syndrome of hypogonadism is unknown because the various medical, physical, lifestyle, and psychological stressors that may influence gonadal hormone levels have not been adequately controlled for in studies conducted to date [see Adverse Reactions (6) ] .

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📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 167 words

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 50 mg are white to off white, capsule-shaped film coated tablet debossed with “018” on one side and scored on other side. NDC: 70518-3824-00 NDC: 70518-3824-01 NDC: 70518-3824-02 NDC: 70518-3824-03 NDC: 70518-3824-04 NDC: 70518-3824-05 NDC: 70518-3824-06 NDC: 70518-3824-07 NDC: 70518-3824-08 NDC: 70518-3824-09 PACKAGING: 30 in 1 BLISTER PACK PACKAGING: 60 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 90 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 180 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 120 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 30 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 100 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 180 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 90 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC PACKAGING: 180 in 1 BOTTLE PLASTIC Dispense in a tight container.

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Store tramadol hydrochloride tablets securely and dispose of properly [see Patient Counselling Information (17)] Repackaged and Distributed By: Remedy Repack, Inc. 625 Kolter Dr.

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11 DESCRIPTION Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP for oral use, are an opioid agonist. The chemical name for tramadol hydrochloride is (±) cis -2-[(dimethylamino) methyl]-1-(3- methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol hydrochloride. The structural formula is: The molecular weight of tramadol hydrochloride is 299.8.

Tramadol hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder. It is readily soluble in water and ethanol and has a pKa of 9.41. Then-octanol/water log partition coefficient (logP) is 1.35 at pH 7.

Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg and 100 mg contain 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg and 100 mg of tramadol hydrochloride respectively and are white in color. Inactive ingredients in the tablet are hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate and titanium dioxide. "Image Description"

💬 Information for Patients ~3 min read

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide). Storage and Disposal Because of the risks associated with accidental ingestion, misuse, and abuse, advise patients to store tramadol hydrochloride securely, out of sight and reach of children, and in a location not accessible by others, including visitors to the home Inform patients that leaving tramadol hydrochloride unsecured can pose a deadly risk to others in the home. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.17) , Drug Abuse and Dependence (9.2) ].

Advise patients and caregivers that when medicines are no longer needed, they should be disposed of promptly. Inform patients that medicine take-back options are the preferred way to safely dispose of most types of unneeded medicines. If no take back programs or Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)-registered collectors are available, instruct patients to dispose of tramadol hydrochloride by following these four steps: Mix tramadol hydrochloride (do not crush) with an unpalatable substance such as dirt, cat litter, or used coffee grounds; Place the mixture in a container such as a sealed plastic bag; Throw the container in the household trash; Delete all personal information on the prescription label of the empty bottle.

Inform patients that they can visit www.fda.gov/drugdisposal for additional information on disposal of unused medicine Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse Inform patients that the use of tramadol hydrochloride, even when taken as recommended, can result in addiction, abuse, and misuse, which can lead to overdose and death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Life-Threatening Respiratory Depression Inform patients of the risk of life-threatening respiratory depression, including information that the risk is greatest when starting tramadol hydrochloride tablets or when the dosage is increased, and that it can occur even at recommended dosages.

Educate patients and caregivers on how to recognize respiratory depression and emphasize the importance of calling 911 or getting emergency medical help right away in the event of a known or suspected overdose [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Interactions with Benzodiazepines and Other CNS Depressants Inform patients and caregivers that potentially fatal additive effects may occur if tramadol hydrochloride is used with benzodiazepines, CNS depressants, including alcohol, (e.g., non-benzodiazepine, sedative/hypnotics, anxiolytics, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, general anesthetics, antipsychotics, gabapentinoids [gabapentin or pregabalin], and other opioids), and not to use these concomitantly unless supervised by a healthcare provider [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ; Drug Interactions (7) ].

Patient Access to an Opioid Overdose Reversal Agent for the Emergency Treatment of Opioid Overdose Inform patients and caregivers about opioid overdose reversal agents (e.g., naloxone, nalmefene). Discuss the importance of having access to an opioid overdose reversal agent, especially if the patient has risk factors for overdose (e.g., concomitant use of CNS depressants, a history of opioid use disorder, or prior opioid overdose) or if there are household members (including children) or other close contacts at risk for accidental ingestion or opioid overdose.

Discuss with the patient the options for obtaining an opioid overdose reversal agent (e.g., prescription, over-the-counter, or as part of a community-based program) [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Educate patients and caregivers on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of an overdose. Explain to patients and caregivers that effects of opioid overdose reversal agents like naloxone and nalmefene are temporary, and that they must call 911 or get emergency medical help right away in all cases of known or suspected opioid overdose, even if an opioid overdose reversal agent is administered [see Overdosage (10) ].

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💬 Medication Guide ~3 min read

Medication Guide Tramadol Hydrochloride (TRAM-a-dol HYE-droe-KLOR-ide) Tablets, USP CIV Tramadol hydrochloride tablets are: A strong prescription pain medicine that contains an opioid (narcotic) that is used for the management pain in adults, when other pain treatments such as non-opioid pain medicines do not treat your pain well enough or you cannot tolerate them. An opioid pain medicine that can put you at risk for overdose and death. Even if you take your dose correctly as prescribed you are at risk for opioid addiction, abuse, and misuse that can lead to death.

Important information about tramadol hydrochloride tablets: Get emergency help or call 911 right away if you take too much tramadol hydrochloride tablets (overdose). When you first start taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets, when your dose is changed, or if you take too much (overdose), serious or life-threatening breathing problems that can lead to death may occur. Ask your healthcare provider about medicines like naloxone,or nalmefene that can be used in an emergency to reverse an opioid overdose.

Taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets with other opioid medicines, benzodiazepines, gabapentinoids (gabapentin or pregabalin), alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants (including street drugs) can cause severe drowsiness, decreased awareness, breathing problems, coma, and death. Never give anyone else your tramadol hydrochloride tablets. They could die from taking it.

Selling or giving away tramadol hydrochloride tablets is against the law. Store tramadol hydrochloride tablets securely, out of sight and reach of children, and in a location not accessible by others, including visitors to the home. Important Information Guiding Use in Pediatric Patients: Do not give tramadol hydrochloride tablets to a child younger than 12 years of age.

Do not give tramadol hydrochloride tablets to a child younger than 18 years of age after surgery to remove the tonsils and/or adenoids. Avoid giving tramadol hydrochloride tablets to children between 12 to 18 years of age who have risk factors for breathing problems such as obstructive sleep apnea, obesity, or underlying lung problems. Do not take tramadol hydrochloride tablets if you have: Severe asthma, trouble breathing, or other lung problems.

A bowel blockage or have narrowing of the stomach or intestines. An allergy to tramadol. Taken a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor, MAOI, (medicine used for depression) within the last 14 days.

Before taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets, tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of: head injury, seizures problems urinating liver, kidney, thyroid problems pancreas or gallbladder problems abuse of street or prescription drugs, alcohol addiction, opioid overdose, or mental health problems. Tell your healthcare provider if you are: Are p regnant or planning to become pregnant.Use of tramadol hydrochloride tablets for an extended period of time during pregnancy can cause withdrawal symptoms in your newborn baby that could be life-threatening if not recognized and treated. breastfeeding.

Not recommended; it may harm your baby. Carefully observe infants for increased sleepiness (more than usual), breathing difficulties, or limpness. Seek immediate medical care if you notice these signs. living in a household where there are small children or someone who has abused street or prescription drugs. taking prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements.

Taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets with certain other medicines can cause serious side effects that could lead to death. Notice your pain getting worse. If your pain gets worse after you take tramadol hydrochloride tablets, do not take more of tramadol hydrochloride tablets without first talking to your doctor.

Talk to your doctor if the pain you have increases, if you feel more sensitive to pain, or if you have new pain after taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets. When taking tramadol hydrochloride tablets: Do…

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