If you’re looking at treatment options for pain, you may want to learn more about tramadol (Ultram).
Tramadol is a generic prescription drug that’s used in adults. It treats severe pain that requires a powerful type of pain reliever called an opioid. Tramadol is an opioid, and it works by decreasing your pain levels.
Tramadol comes as an immediate-release* tablet and an extended-release† tablet, both of which you take by mouth. The immediate-release tablet is also available as the brand-name drug Ultram.
Tramadol can be used short term or long term for pain that’s not relieved by other treatment options. Keep reading for details on tramadol, its cost, and how to save money on prescriptions.
Does the price of tramadol depend on the strength I use (50 mg, 100 mg, 200 mg, 300 mg)?
Yes, it’s possible that the price of tramadol will depend on the strength you take. The cost may also depend on the drug form, the manufacturer, the pharmacy you use, and your insurance plan (if you have insurance).
Tramadol comes as an immediate-release tablet, in strengths of 50 milligrams (mg) and 100 mg. Tramadol also comes as an extended-release tablet, in three strengths: 100 mg, 200 mg, and 300 mg.
If you’re taking the immediate-release tablets, you may have to take a dose every 4 to 6 hours. If you take the extended-release tablets, you’ll only need to take a dose once per day. So the number of tablets you take daily can also affect your cost.
If you have questions about the cost of your tramadol prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
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