Altram Tablet is a combination of two pain killer medicines that is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.

Altram Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. In case you experience stomach upset then take the medicine with food. It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop. Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.

This medicine may cause side effects like vomiting, nausea, dryness in the mouth, dizziness, and constipation in some patients. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine. If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Altram Tablet

Moderate to severe pain

Benefits of Altram Tablet

In Moderate to severe pain

Altram Tablet effectively relieves moderate to severe pain in conditions like menstrual cramp, arthritis, headache, muscle aches if taken when the first signs of pain occur. It works by reducing substances in the body that causes pain. This gives relief from pain and discomfort and thus improves the quality of your life. Take Altram Tablet by mouth as directed by your doctor.

Side effects of Altram Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Altram

Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Dyspepsia
Flatulence
Headache
Trembling
Anxiety
Sleep disorder
Itching

How to use Altram Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Altram Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Altram Tablet works

Altram Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Tramadol and Paracetamol which relieve severe pain. Tramadol is an opoid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. Paracetamol works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Altram Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Altram Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Altram Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Consult a doctor immediately if the baby shows signs of increased sleepiness (more than usual), difficulty breastfeeding, breathing problems, or limpness.

Driving

UNSAFE

Altram Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Altram Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altram Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Altram Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altram Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Altram Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Altram Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Altram Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Altram Tablet

₹4.94/Tablet

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Quick tips

Altram Tablet is used to treat various painful conditions.
It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.
Do not take any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.

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PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

M having acne problm from last 10years they r vry big in size with pus.I had used many medicine but none of use.my skin is excess oily .m attaching u d pic of my acne it might help u to understand kindly suggest medicine

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Plz visit a dermatologist for prescription of oral medication this is moderate to severe

Severe to moderate pain in both arms Elbow s And including fingers

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

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Why do i have stomach ache frequently and its my 2 nd month of pragnancy specily in the left lower abdomen my all usg n blood reports are normal

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi PATIENT Lower abdomen pain and discomfort during pregnancy as the growing uterus puts pressure over the bladder. However if pain is moderate to severe then it could be due to an infection, please test for UTI to see for infection. Drink plenty of water and that should help. All the best.

I have asthma problem. my son has also got asthma problem. he visited max hospital nd got medicine by which he got cured so can u suggest me whether i should follow the same or please suggest me other medicne.

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

Treatment of asthma depends on severity. Your severity may not be same as your son. The prescription written here is for moderate to severe asthma. Consult a chest physician

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References

FDA approved prescribing information. Tramadol hydrochlorid; 1995 [revised May 2010]. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Paracetamol. Barnstaple, Devon: Actavis UK Ltd.; 1980 [revised 23 Dec. 2016]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Tramadol. [Accessed 24 Apr.2019] (online) Available from:
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