A new study has warned that the commonly prescribed painkiller Tramadol provides temporary relief but increases the risk of heart disease. This has raised concerns about the safe use of the drug.
According to a recent study published in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine, the widely used painkiller Tramadol is not as safe or effective as commonly believed.
The latest research revealed that long-term use of this drug can significantly increase the risk of heart diseases.
Experts have warned that the potential risks may far outweigh the temporary and minor benefits for many patients.
For this study, researchers reviewed 19 clinical trials involving 6,506 participants with an average age of 58, who used Tramadol tablets for 2 to 16 weeks to treat various types of pain.
The findings showed that Tramadol provided only mild and temporary pain relief but doubled the risk of heart diseases, including chest pain, coronary artery disease, and heart failure.
Additionally, side effects such as nausea, dizziness, constipation, and drowsiness were also reported. Therefore, researchers have suggested that patients should reconsider the use of Tramadol.
