There is no 150 mg dosage of tramadol pill, However, your doctor may prescribe two dosages of this drug, i.e., 50 mg + 100 mg, making it a total of 150 mg. This pain medication is approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in 1995 for treating acute to moderate pain caused due to post-operative pain, injury, fibromyalgia or others. This drug is available in branded and generic versions. Ultram, ConZip, Qdolo are the branded medicines of this drug.
The drug may be habit-forming and may led to physical dependence and abuse & it is prescribed to individuals when other forms of non-opioid pain relief drugs cannot effectively treat pain.
Mechanism of Action
Tramadol drug contains analgesic and antidepressant properties which restricts the reuptake of neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine and serotonin. It also binds with mu-opioid receptors in the brain.
Form
It can be obtained in different forms and strengths which includes immediate-release oral tablet (50 mg and 100 mg) on the other hand extended-release oral tablet (100 mg, 200 mg and 300 mg). This drug is also available as an oral solution with strength of 5 mg/ml.
Additionally, healthcare expert may prescribe you capsule which is available in the form of extended-release of strength 100 mg to 300 mg.
Drug Effectiveness in Patients:
This medicine is prescribed for the management of pain in individuals. After consuming tramadol, it will take approximately 30 minutes to start working, and the drug’s effect may lasts for 12-24 hours in the body.
Patient’s Response
Individuals taking this drug for pain relief may experience few responses. Tramadol helps in improving pain management of patients, although patients may feel significant impairment in their social and physical life which affects the overall quality of life.
Moreover, a person may experience certain side effects such as headache, itching, sweating, weakness, dry mouth and many more. It is recommended to take the dosages as instructed by your physician and monitor your body’s response to check for potential interactions.