Ryzolt

Generic name:tramadol [ TRAM-a-dol ]
Drug class:Narcotic analgesics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 14, 2021.

What is Ryzolt?

Ryzolt is a narcotic-like pain reliever.

Ryzolt extended-release tablets are used to treat moderate to severe chronic pain when treatment is needed around the clock

Ryzolt may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not take Ryzolt if you have used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or narcotic medications within the past few hours.

Ryzolt can slow or stop your breathing, especially when you start using this medicine or whenever your dose is changed. Never take Ryzolt in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Do not crush or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal dose.

Seizures (convulsions) have occurred in some people taking this medicine. Ryzolt may be more likely to cause a seizure if you have a history of seizures or head injury, a metabolic disorder, or if you are taking certain medicines such as antidepressants, muscle relaxers, narcotic, or medicine for nausea and vomiting

Tramadol may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Take Ryzolt exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Never share the medicine with another person. MISUSE OF NARCOTIC PAIN MEDICATION CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Ryzolt may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in a newborn.

Do not drink alcohol. Dangerous side effects or death can occur when alcohol is combined with Ryzolt.

Do not crush the Ryzolt tablet. This medicine is for oral (by mouth) use only. Powder from a crushed tablet should not be inhaled or diluted with liquid and injected into the body. Using this medicine by inhalation or injection can cause life-threatening side effects, overdose, or death.

Before taking this medicine

You should not take Ryzolt if you are allergic to tramadol, or if you have:

• severe asthma or breathing problems;

• a blockage in your stomach or intestines;

• if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or narcotic medications.

Seizures have occurred in some people taking tramadol. Talk with your doctor about your seizure risk, which may be higher if you have:

• a history of head injury, epilepsy or other seizure disorder;

• a history of drug or alcohol addiction;

• a metabolic disorder; or

• if you are also using certain medicines to treat migraine headaches, muscle spasms, depression, mental illness, or nausea and vomiting.

To make sure Ryzolt is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

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