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Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CapsuleS
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TRAMADOL-50MG
Nicholas Piramal India Limited
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Not for online sale
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, LSC, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi DL 110034 In
Other Info - CON0018

FAQs

Yes, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may cause withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, restlessness, difficulty in sleeping, palpitations (feeling your heartbeat), feeling sick, shivering, sweating, high blood pressure and shaking when you stop taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's suddenly. Therefore, if you experience any difficulty while taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's, do not stop taking suddenly and consult your doctor so that the dose may be reduced gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
No, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for use during pregnancy as baby may develop dependence on Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's and lead to withdrawal symptoms after birth. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's.
Yes, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may cause dry mouth as a common side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's to experience this side effect. However, drink plenty of water, suck on sugar candy or chew sugar free gum to prevent such side effects while taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's. If the condition worsens or persist, please consult a doctor.
Yes, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may cause fits especially when taken in high doses or if you have a history of fits. Therefore, it is recommended to inform your doctor if you ever had fits as it may increase the chance of getting fits and take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's only in doses as prescribed by a doctor.
No, you are not recommended to take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's with antidepressants (medicines used to treat depression) and antipsychotics (medicines used to treat bipolar disorder and psychosis) as co-administration of these medicines with Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may increase the risk of fits. However, please consult a doctor before taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's with other medicines.
Yes, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may cause addiction especially if taken for prolonged time. Therefore, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's should be given only for a short duration under strict medical supervision particularly to patients who are susceptible to drug abuse. Take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's only as advised by a doctor as overuse or misuse of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's can lead to overdose or death.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's as it may cause drowsiness or increase the risk of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause withdrawal symptoms in baby after birth.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may cause dizziness, blurred vision or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. However, the recommended dose of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's for adult patients with liver cirrhosis is 50 mg every 12 hours.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. In patients with creatinine clearances of less than 30 mL/min, dosing reduction might be recommended.

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Children

Unsafe

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6116.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4648.pdf
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1625.pdf
  4. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/021692s015lbl.pdf
  5. https://www.drugs.com/tramadol.html
  6. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/tramadol/
  7. https://www.medindia.net/drugs/drug-food-interactions/tramadol.htm

About Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's belongs to a class of drugs called opioid analgesics (pain killers). Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is primarily used to prevent and treat moderate to severe pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific area of the body).

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's contains Tramadol which works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain and spinal cord. Thereby inhibits the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Also, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain.

Take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, sweating or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's. Do not consume alcohol with Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction.

Uses of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's

Moderate to severe pain

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is a pain killer that works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain, thereby, inhibiting the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Thus, Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain. Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is used to relieve pain after surgery, pain caused by an injury or illness.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Oral drops: Mix the advised number of drops in a glass of water and then drink immediately. Take it with or without food as prescribed by the doctor.

Side Effects of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Sweating
  • Tiredness

Drug Warnings

Do not stop taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction. If you are known to be allergic to Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age and for children suffering from breathing problems as it may worsen the symptoms of Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's toxicity. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of epilepsy (fits), please inform your doctor before taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's. Do not consume alcohol with Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of side effects. Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's should be taken with caution by the patients taking sleeping pills, tranquillizers, hypnotics or other opiate containing pain killers.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TramadolTranylcypromine
Critical
TramadolSafinamide
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • BUPRENORPHINE
  • WARFARIN
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • ONDANSETRON
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • FLUOXETINE
  • DOXEPIN
  • SAQUINAVIR

Habit Forming

Yes

Special Advise

  • Patients with severe liver or kidney insufficiency should avoid taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's.
  • If your children have any breathing problem, please inform your doctor as it may worsen the toxicity symptoms.
  • Do not give Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's to others. Use Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's only when prescribed by a doctor and avoid frequent or doses as it may cause addiction.
  • Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's may impair mental or physical abilities required for the performance of hazardous activities like driving a motor vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise such as swimming or walking.
  • Drink plenty of water while taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's to avoid dry mouth.
  • Maintain a fibre rich diet and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to avoid constipation while taking Contramal 50 mg Capsule 10's.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.