Ramax 50mg Capsule is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to manage persistent, moderate to severe chronic pain that requires continuous, around-the-clock treatment.

Ramax 50mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, sleepiness, vomiting, nausea, and constipation. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Ramax Capsule

Moderate to severe pain

Benefits of Ramax Capsule

In Moderate to severe pain

Ramax 50mg Capsule helps to relieve moderate to severe pain in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Taking it will help you go about your daily life more easily. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life. Consult a doctor if you are not sure.

Side effects of Ramax Capsule

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 Ramax

Dizziness
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Nausea
Constipation

How to use Ramax Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ramax 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ramax Capsule works

Ramax 50mg Capsule is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ramax 50mg Capsule.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ramax 50mg Capsule 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

Ramax 50mg Capsule 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

Ramax 50mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Ramax 50mg Capsule may cause side effects such as drowsiness and blurred vision. If this happens, do not drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ramax 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ramax 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Ramax 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ramax 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ramax Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Ramax 50mg Capsule, 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.\n

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Quick tips

Use only for severe acute pain for not more than 5 days.
Prolonged use may result in physical and psychological dependence even at recommended dosages.
Avoid driving or using machinery if you feel dizzy after taking Ramax 50mg Capsule.
It is better to take with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Your doctor may adjust your dose if you have liver or kidney disease.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Anisole Derivative

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Opioids

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ramax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Concomitant use may cause an increase in blood serotonin levels. Patients may experience agitation, increased body temperature, fast heartbeat, muscle rigidity, and loss of coordin... More

Selegiline (Oral Route) Life-threatening

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Naltrexone (Oral Route) Life-threatening

Naltrexone may reduce efficacy of Tramadol. Do not consume Naltrexone with Tramadol; watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, increased heart rate, or headache.

Alprazolam (Injection Route) Severe

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Diazepam (Injection Route) Severe

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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

https://www.1mg.com/otc/asthiposhak-tablet-otc325984One ?one tablet morning & evening after taking food , use at least 1-2 months

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

FAQs

Is there anything I need to be careful about while on therapy with Ramax 50mg Capsule?

Ramax 50mg Capsule may cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in the beginning of the treatment. Do not drive or work with tools or machinery if your alertness is affected. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during treatment with this medicine as it might increase sleepiness.

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