Tramadol addiction

Tramadol (tramadol hydrochloride) is a pharmaceutical drug analgesic belonging to the potent opioid painkillers that began to be used in European countries in 1962. It is used to combat acute pain syndromes caused by fractures and severe soft tissue injuries. Its important feature is the rapid formation of stable tramadol addiction.

Available in various forms: tablets, capsules, drops, as well as injectable solutions, drug addicts can use the drug in multiple ways. Sale is allowed in pharmacy chains of Ukraine strictly by prescription. In drug addict slang, tramadol is called Chill Pills, Trammies, Ultras, tramalgin, and tramal.

The narcotic effect of tramadol

Tramadol has a distinct intoxicating effect on the human body almost immediately after injection and 20-30 minutes after oral administration of tablets, capsules, or drops. The intensity of the effect depends on the dose of the substance used and the characteristics of a particular person’s body.

The psychotropic substance causes a short-term feeling of euphoria. Pain disappears, an imaginary sense of calmness appears, actions become inhibited, breathing and heartbeat slow down, coordination of movements is disturbed, a feeling of prostration appears, and an addict becomes friendly to others without visible signs of aggression.

How tramadol addiction manifests itself

When used for therapeutic purposes in compliance with the dosage, addiction to tramadol does not occur. But with increasing doses, the drug causes stable changes in the mental and physical nature. After taking 7-8 capsules, an apparent narcotic effect occurs. A patient feels an imaginary euphoria, a feeling of carelessness, and an increased mood. This effect can persist for a short time, after which mental problems cause insomnia, hallucinations, nightmares, increased anxiety, and a sense of fear.

To restore calmness and a feeling of euphoria, the patient takes another dose and then another and another. After several weeks or months of taking, a stable addiction is formed mentally and physically. Such signs as hand tremors, rapid weight loss, aggression during withdrawal, and inadequate mental reactions accompany addiction.

How tramadol affects the body

Recognizing the signs of tramadol use is more difficult than most other addicts because tramadol has less of an effect on opioid receptors than either heroin or opium. Because of this, a person taking tramadol may not cause suspicion among others, including close people and relatives.

The mechanism of the effect of tramadol on the body is to block the opioid receptors responsible for the transmission of nerve pain impulses. Due to these properties, the drug has an excellent analgesic effect, tranquilizing and antidepressant effect.

Getting rid of the problem alone is almost impossible, so a patient needs a consultation with a psychotherapist and subsequent specialized treatment in a narcological hospital.

Consequences of its use

The drug tramadol has a lot of side effects, so it does not provide for long-term use. But drug addicts use tramadol systematically for years, leading to severe physical and mental health consequences. When using tramadol with alcohol, instant severe intoxication occurs even from small doses. It is manifested by a high load on the liver, resulting in jaundice, and disruption of the internal organs and systems, up to their complete failure.

The influence of tramadol on the human psyche is also significant. The only goal and desire in the life of an addict is to find and use the next dose. A drug addict may experience epileptic seizures, dementia, disorientation, and a disturbed perception of reality. In the absence of the drug in the blood, unbearable suffering begins – you can remove the withdrawal symptoms by using another dose or detoxifying from drugs.

How to get rid of tramadol addiction

Most drug addicts cannot cope with their problems independently, so they need treatment for tramadol addiction with the involvement of professional narcologists. Drug addiction treatment should always be comprehensive, including four main stages of getting rid of:

Detoxification from drugs and their decay products from the body;
Restorative drug treatment;
Work with a psychiatrist and psychotherapist aimed at the formation of sustainable motivation for a complete cure;
Rehabilitation and resocialization of the patient.

To finally get rid of tramadol addiction, the patient must abruptly stop using the drug and strictly adhere to doctors’ recommendations.

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Tramadol overdose – symptoms and first aid

An overdose of tramadol poses a serious threat to the life of an addict. It is accompanied by the following symptoms: vomiting, white foam from the mouth, loss of consciousness or deep sleep, difficulty swallowing, frequent shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, impaired vision and taste, convulsive phenomena, lack of response to sounds, and pain.

First aid for a tramadol overdose provides the following algorithm of action:

Calling an ambulance, emergency, or specialized drug treatment;
Explain the situation to the dispatcher, say what kind of drug the addict got poisoned with;
Do not let the drug addict fall asleep, disturb and talk to him;
Provide fresh air access to the room;
In case of severe overdose, put the addict on one side so that he does not choke on vomit;
In case of cardiac or respiratory arrest, perform an indirect heart massage and artificial respiration until a team or a narcologist arrives.

Tramadol addiction treatment at the MEDLUX Clinic

Specialists of the MEDLUX clinic provide comprehensive professional services for treating and rehabilitating drug addicts. The clinic has all the conditions for a comfortable stay of patients and effective treatment of tramadol addiction. Our doctors have a specialized education and many years of successful experience working with patients of any complexity.

Only treatment regimens that have proven to be highly effective in treating tramadol addiction are used in practice. To find out more details and get drug treatment help, contact our administrator in any convenient way.

FAQ

How many days does Tramadol withdrawal last?

The duration of withdrawal is always individual. The term depends on the experience of the addict and the physiological characteristics of his body. The average withdrawal period varies between 5-28 days after the use of the drug. Withdrawal is accompanied by unbearable torment.

How long does tramadol leave the body?

The time for withdrawing tramadol from the blood of an addict is individual. It depends on body weight and the dose of the substance taken. Often, complete elimination takes three days after consumption. But for long-term drug addicts, this process can take up to 6-10 days.

Can you die from tramadol?

If tramadol is used short-term in small doses in treatment, it is safe. But with tramadol addiction, the amount increases significantly. In this case, the drug has a strong toxic effect on the body, which can lead to death. Death from an overdose of tramadol is widespread.

Is it possible to get rid of tramadol addiction at home?

Cases of self-treatment are known, especially in the initial stages of use. But the vast majority of addicts cannot quit on their own. They need professional treatment followed by rehabilitation. It is necessary to understand that drug addiction is not a bad habit but a serious illness.

How long does tramadol treatment last?

Treatment of tramadol addiction is a complex multi-stage process that takes a long time. Detoxification is performed within one day. Drug treatment takes 3-10 days in the clinic’s hospital. Rehabilitation will require from 3 months to 1 year.