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Is Tramadol Advisable For A Person With COPD?

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Posted on Mon, 24 Jul 2017
Question: my sister has copd but has just been prescribed tramadol HCL for pain from gall bladder surgery. will it be harmful her to take it ?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would not recommend using it

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, I have given through your question and I understand your concerns but unfortunately, tramadol is contraindicated in COPD patients as it can lead to further depression of respiration and decreased lung function.

So, I would not recommend using it.

I hope I answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards

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Is Tramadol Advisable For A Person With COPD?

Brief Answer: I would not recommend using it Detailed Answer: Dear Ms, I have given through your question and I understand your concerns but unfortunately, tramadol is contraindicated in COPD patients as it can lead to further depression of respiration and decreased lung function. So, I would not recommend using it. I hope I answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards