Description
Tramadol is a narcotic-like pain reliever. Tramadol is used to treat moderate to severe pain in adults. The extended-release form of tramadol is for around-the-clock treatment of pain. The extended-release form of tramadol is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.
Common Questions
They can both be used to treat moderate pain, although tramadol is more potent than codeine. Despite the fact that tramadol is more potent than codeine, both codeine and tramadol are considered less potent than opiates in general.
You will feel less pain 30 to 60 minutes after taking fast-acting tramadol. The pain relief wears off after 4 to 6 hours. Slow-acting tramadol tablets and capsules can take a day or two to start working but the pain relief will last for longer.
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)
Immediate-release tablet: Typical daily dosage: Total daily dosage may be increased by 50 mg as tolerated every 3 days to reach 225 mg/day (50 mg 4 times a day). Maintenance dosage: 50–100 mg every 4–6 hours as needed. Maximum dosage: 400 mg per day.
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