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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml contains tramadol, which is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain conditions. This medicine works by stopping the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain that are responsible for causing severe pain. Some of the common side effects include nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation or sweating.
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Composition

TRAMADOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Swiss Life Sciences

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific area of the body). 

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml contains Tramadol, which works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain and spinal cord. Thus, it inhibits the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Also, Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain. 

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation or sweating. Most of these side effects of Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor. 

If you are known to be allergic to Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is not recommended for children suffering from breathing problems. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml. Do not consume alcohol with Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction.

Uses of Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml

Treatment of Moderate to severe pain

Medicinal Benefits

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is a pain killer that works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain and spinal cord. Thus, it inhibits the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Also, Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain. Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is used to relieve pain after surgery, pain caused by an injury or illness. 

Directions for Use

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Sweating

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Tramadol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is not recommended for children suffering from breathing problems as it may worsen the symptoms of tramadol toxicity. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml. Do not consume alcohol with Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml as it may increase the risk of side effects. Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly. Avoid frequent or high doses as it may lead to addiction. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may interact with anticonvulsant (carbamazepine), medicines used to prevent nausea (ondansetron), antidepressants (fluoxetine, doxepin), antipsychotics (droperidol), narcotic analgesics (morphine, codeine) and blood thinners (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have severe kidney or liver problems, fits and breathing problems, inform your doctor before taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • ONDANSETRON
  • FLUOXETINE
  • DOXEPIN
  • DROPERIDOL
  • MORPHINE
  • CODEINE
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercises such as swimming or walking. 
  • Drink plenty of water while taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml to avoid dry mouth.
  • Maintain a fibre-rich diet and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to avoid constipation while taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Special Advise

  • Patients with severe liver or kidney insufficiency should avoid taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: It is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific area of the body). Pain is highly subjective as some people have a high tolerance for pain while others have a low tolerance. Pain may be caused by cramps, headache, bone fractures, stomach pain, arthritis (swelling of one or more joints), muscle strain, cuts, flu, irritable bowel syndrome (intestinal disorder causing stomach pain, diarrhoea or constipation), fibromyalgia (muscle pain with stiffness and tenderness), certain disease conditions, or medical procedures.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml as it may cause drowsiness or increase the risk of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml is usually not recommended during pregnancy as chronic use of Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml during pregnancy may lead to withdrawal symptoms in newborns. However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may be excreted into breastmilk. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide if Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause dizziness, blurred vision or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml should be used in doses recommended by a doctor for children above 1 year. It is not recommended for children with breathing problems as it may worsen tramadol toxicity symptoms.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

21-23, Industrial Area Mehatpur, Dist, UNA Himachal Pradesh - 174315, India
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FAQs

Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml belongs to a class of medicines called opioid analgesics (pain killers) primarily used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain.
Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml works by mimicking the action of endorphins (pain-reducing chemicals) in the brain and spinal cord. Thereby, inhibiting the transmission of pain signals from nerves to the brain. Also, Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml improves the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline (chemical messengers in the brain and spinal cord) and helps in relieving pain.
Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, restlessness, difficulty in sleeping, palpitations (feeling your heartbeat), feeling sick, shivering, sweating, high blood pressure and shaking when you stop taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml suddenly. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause dry mouth as a common side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml to experience this side effect. Drink plenty of water, suck on sugar candy or chew sugar-free gum to prevent dry mouth. If the condition worsens or persists, please consult a doctor.
Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause fits, especially when taken in high doses or if you have a history of fits. Therefore, it is recommended to inform your doctor if you ever had fits as it may increase the chance of getting fits.
You are not recommended to take Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml with antidepressants (medicines used to treat depression) and antipsychotics (medicines used to treat bipolar disorder and psychosis) as co-administration of these medicines with Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may increase the risk of fits. However, please consult a doctor before taking Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml with other medicines.
Yes, Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml may cause addiction especially if taken for a prolonged time. Therefore, Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml should be given only for a short duration under strict medical supervision, particularly to patients who are susceptible to drug abuse. Take Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml only as advised by a doctor as overuse or misuse of Critidol 50mg Injection 1ml can lead to overdose or death.

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