Tramadol is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. Tramadol belongs to a group of drugs called opioid analgesics, which work by blocking pain signals in the body.

This medication comes in immediate release and disintegrating (ODT) tablet forms and can be taken up to 6 times a day, with or without food. Tramadol also comes in extended-release tablet and capsule forms and are taken once a day, with or without food. Do not chew, divide, or break tramadol extended-release or ODT forms. Swallow them whole.

Common side effects of tramadol include nausea, constipation, dry mouth, and fatigue. Tramadol can also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how tramadol affects you.