Uses of the drug Samtricet

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1. What is Samtricet?

Samtricet is a pain reliever made in the form of film-coated tablets, the main ingredient is Tramadol hydrochloride 37.5 mg; Acetaminophen 325mg.
Tramadol is a pain reliever similar to an opioid and is classified as a synthetic opioid. Tramadol works in the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain in adults. Acetaminophen is an analgesic and antipyretic, used to treat mild to moderate pain, in combination with opioids to treat moderate to severe pain.

2. Uses of the drug Samtricet

Samtricet drug works to relieve moderate to severe pain, so it is indicated in the treatment of the following pathologies:
Osteoarthritis pain: knee pain, shoulder pain. Injuries, accidents. Headache Toothache, menstrual pain.

3. How to take Samtricet

Samtricet is taken orally, regardless of meals.
Adults and children over 12 years: The maximum dose is 1 to 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours and not more than 8 tablets in 1 day. Children (under 12 years): The safety of this drug has not been studied in this subject. Elderly (over 65 years): There were no differences in safety or pharmacokinetic properties between users older than 65 years and younger users. Some symptoms of an overdose of Samtricet include:
Tramadol: an overdose of tramadol can cause respiratory failure, coma, convulsions, cardiac arrest and death. Acetaminophen: Taking high doses of Acetaminophen can cause liver toxicity in some patients. Early symptoms include: gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, malaise, paleness, sweating. Symptoms of hepatotoxicity may appear 48-72 hours after an overdose.

4. Contraindications of the drug Samtricet

Samtricet is contraindicated in the following subjects:
People who are allergic to the drug's ingredients. Pregnant women Breastfeeding women

5. Side effects of the drug Samtricet

Some unwanted effects may occur when taking Samtricet medicine such as headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, constipation, dry mouth, diarrhea, bloating, abdominal distension, indigestion.
In addition, patients may experience other side effects such as allergies, rash, anxiety, fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, restlessness, insomnia.

6. Be careful when using Samtricet

Care should be taken when taking Samtricet concomitantly with MAOIs, tranquilizers, tricyclic antidepressants, because of the potential for convulsions. Caution should be exercised when taking high doses of Samtricet at the same time as sleeping pills, anesthetics, and alcohol because of the potential for respiratory depression. Use caution in hypertensive patients. Caution should be exercised when using the drug in patients with alcoholism, impaired liver function, or liver failure, because Samtricet may cause hepatotoxicity. Use caution when using the drug on special subjects: the elderly, children, patients with liver failure, kidney failure, people allergic to the ingredients of the drug. Note for pregnant women and lactating mothers: Currently, there are no studies to prove the safety of Samtricet in pregnant and lactating women. Therefore, this drug should not be used for these two subjects. Samtricet is a pain reliever for moderate to severe pain. The drug has the main ingredient Tramadol hydrochloride 37.5 mg; Acetaminophen 325mg. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to take the drug according to the prescription and consult a doctor, a specialist pharmacist.
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