Patient was educated on Tramadol and its mechanism of action as follows:

  1. Tramadol is a synthetic opioid pain reliever.
  2. Tramadol binds with the opioid receptors in the brain, blocks the release of excitatory neurotransmitters, such as, substance P, which are involved with pain production, and inhibits pain transmission.
  3. Tramadol is used to treat moderate to severe pain.
  4. Tramadol can be very addictive and cause dependence.
  5. Sudden stopping of Tramadol intake can result in serious withdrawal symptoms.