Tramadol Sideffects?

Question

I have been taking Tramadol for 2 months now and ever since I have noticed a sour taste in my mouth off and on along with bad breath. Is this a side effect of the medicine or could it be something else?

I can't quit taking it to find out because it has to be taken regularly to kill the pain.

Answer 1

What is tramadol?

Tramadol is a pain reliever. Tramadol affects chemicals and receptors in the body that are associated with pain.Tramadol is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of tramadol?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking tramadol and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

* an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); or
* seizures.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take tramadol and talk to your doctor if you experience

* dizziness, drowsiness, or headache;
* nervousness, tremor, or anxiety;
* nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea; or
* itching, dry mouth, or sweating.

Tramadol is habit forming. Physical and/or psychological dependence can occur, and withdrawal effects are possible if the medication is stopped suddenly after prolonged or high-dose treatment.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.-

Answer 2

The most commonly reported adverse drug reactions are nausea, vomiting and sweating. Drowsiness is reported, although it is less of an issue compared to other opioids. Respiratory depression, a common side effect of most opioids, is not clinically significant in normal doses. By itself, it can decrease the seizure threshold. When combined with SSRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, or in patients with epilepsy, the seizure threshold is further decreased. Seizures have been reported in humans receiving excessive single oral doses (700 mg) or large intravenous doses (300 mg). An Australian study finds that of 97 confirmed new-onset seizures, 8 were associated with Tramadol, and that in the authors' First Seizure Clinic, "Tramadol is the most frequently suspected cause of provoked seizures" (Labate 2005). Dosages of coumadin/warfarin may need to be reduced for anticoagulated patients to avoid bleeding complications.

Tramadol has been known to produce severe withdrawal symptoms with abrupt cessation of prolonged use