What is Tramadol?

Tramadol is an opioid medication that is used as a painkiller, Tramadol like many other opioids is extracted from the naturally occurring opium poppy. It’s not directly extracted from the poppy, it is rather extracted by synthesizing different compounds that are present in the opium poppy. The benefit of opioids is that they are much stronger painkillers as compared to other medications and their effects last much longer.

How Tramadol Works                                                  

The benefit of using it is that its effects last much longer as compared to many other painkillers. As a result of this slow absorption, it keeps on working for hours and its effects could last up to 12 hours for some people. Tramadol basically works in the brain where it shuts down the pain receptors that induce the feeling of pain.

Uses of It

It helps in curbing these pain for a longer amount of time without any extra medication.

Dosage of It

The dosage of it highly varies. There is no exact dosage for it. Most of the people take it once and after that wait until the effects of the medication wear off and once the effects have worn of people take the second dose at that time.

Precautions Related to It

Apart from this combining it and alcohol can be really harmful to health. A pregnant and breastfeeding woman should avoid it because it could hinder the growth of their children.

Possible Side Effects of It

They are really strong medication and while taking it one should try to maintain a healthy diet. So always try to take it in the right quantity at the right time.