Egblorla Write: Is Tramadol a Narcotic?
In 1995, Tramadol was originally approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a non-controlled analgesic. However, changes to the controlled substance status of tramadol have been made due to reports of drug abuse, misuse, and criminal diversion – any illicit use, such as abuse or sale on the streets.
You may have also heard that tramadol is a “safer” pain medication. But is that true? Is tramadol a narcotic?
Well, to clearly state the facts. Tramadol is classified as a centrally-acting, oral analgesic (pain drug) that contains an opioid (narcotic). So yes, tramadol is a narcotic. Other opioids include drugs you may be more familiar with, like oxycodone or codeine. Opioids have made headlines over the past few years due to the tremendous problem of opioid addiction.
And Tramadol is structurally related to the opioids like Codeine and Morphine and can lead to psychological and physical dependence, addiction, and withdrawal.
People with a history of drugs seeking behavior may be at greater risk of addiction, but illicit actions to obtain the drug can occur in people without a prior addiction, as well.
It should therefore not be taken, except on Doctor’s prescription.
Thank you!
Please Note: Opioids are a class of drugs that include illegal substances, resembling Opium in addictive properties or physiological effects.
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