Tramadol (Ultram) side effects
This side effect is printed on the FDA label for Tramadol. It was a question in our daily quiz, where you pick the real side effect from four choices.
Seizures, even at normal doses
It's an opioid painkiller, and seizures have happened even within the recommended dose.
From the FDA label
“Seizures have been reported in patients receiving tramadol hydrochloride tablets within the recommended dosage range.”
Tramadol label, updated Sep 1, 2026 ·
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What to watch for
Tell your doctor if you've had seizures or take antidepressants. Never take more than prescribed.
470 reports to the FDA's adverse event system mention seizures. A report is not proof the drug caused it. See the query
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