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Manufacturer/Marketer

Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Ultracet Tablet

Ultracet Tablet is used for short-term to relieve moderate to severe pain. Pain is a sensation that occurs in response to external injury, stress, or infection and travels as an impulse through body cells, producing an unpleasant feeling and alerting the body to act.

Ultracet Tablet contains Tramadol and Paracetamol. Tramadol targets pain receptors in the central nervous system. It acts by blocking the nerve signals responsible for pain. Paracetamol acts as an analgesic by inhibiting the release of chemical mediators that cause pain. Tramadol and paracetamol, in combination, have a faster onset of action and provide quick relief from the pain. Altogether, they effectively reduce the pain.

Take Ultracet Tablet as prescribed. Ultracet Tablet may cause certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, weakness, and blurred vision. However, all the patients may not develop the same side effects. Inform your doctor if you notice any abnormal side effects. Stop taking this medicine and consult a doctor immediately if you experience breathing problems.

It is advisable to inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of the components of Ultracet Tablet . Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding. Ultracet Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid taking alcohol with Ultracet Tablet as it might lead to increased dizziness. Ultracet Tablet is not recommended for children younger than 12 years old.

Uses of Ultracet Tablet

Treatment of Moderate to severe pain

Medicinal Benefits

Ultracet Tablet is used to treat pain. Tramadol targets pain receptors in the central nervous system. It acts by blocking the nerve signals responsible for pain. Paracetamol acts as an analgesic by inhibiting the release of chemical mediators that cause pain. Tramadol and paracetamol, in combination, have a faster onset of action and provide quick relief from the pain.

Side Effects of Ultracet Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Redness
  • Itching, or rash at the site of injection
  • Sweating
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Nervousness
  • Sleep problems

Directions for Use

Swallow Ultracet Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Ultracet Tablet , let your doctor know about all your allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to medicines or food. Withdrawal symptoms may occur if the Ultracet Tablet is suddenly stopped. Avoid taking high or repeated doses because they can lead to addiction. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from alcoholism or acute alcohol intoxication, liver disease, gastrointestinal obstruction, drug dependence, respiratory problems, and pulmonary impairment. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking before taking Ultracet Tablet to rule out any side effects.

Therapeutic Class

ANALGESICS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ultracet Tablet may have interacted with medicines used to treat depression and anxiety (e.g. duloxetine, escitalopram, alprazolam), a medicine used to treat epilepsy or some types of pain (e.g. carbamazepine),  skeletal muscle relaxants (e.g. cyclobenzaprine), anticonvulsants (e.g. pregabalin), and opioid-type pain killers (e.g. buprenorphine, nalbuphine, pentazocine).

Drug- Food Interactions: Ultracet Tablet may interact with grapefruit juice. Therefore, avoid intake of grapefruit juice with Ultracet Tablet as it may increase Ultracet Tablet levels in the body. Also, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ultracet Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People with alcoholism, liver disease, gastrointestinal obstruction, acute alcohol intoxication, drug dependence, respiratory problems, and pulmonary impairment should consult a doctor before taking the Ultracet Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DULOXETINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • BUPRENORPHINE
  • NALBUPHINE
  • PENTAZOCINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

  • Invest in a balanced diet. Load up on lean meats, fruits, green leafy vegetables, nuts, oily fish etc. Limit your intake of sweets and sugars, as these can worsen inflammation. 

  • Cut back on alcohol as this can have an adverse effect on pain states as well as the quality of your sleep.

  • Try meditation and deep breathing to reduce overall stress and pain. 

  • Stop smoking as smoking is known to worsen pain conditions. 

  • Engage in mild physical exercise daily and keep your body active. 

Habit Forming

Yes

What if I have taken an overdose of Ultracet Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ultracet Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a sensation that occurs in response to external injury, stress, or infection and travels as an impulse through body cells, producing an unpleasant feeling and alerting the body to act. Pain relief in pharmacological terms is called analgesia. Various neurotransmitters and their equilibrium are instrumental in producing pain sensations.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to take alcohol with Ultracet Tablet as it can make you dizzier.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Ultracet Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women. If you have concerns, discuss them with the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ultracet Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Ultracet Tablet may cause dizziness. Therefore, it is advised not to drive when taking Ultracet Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Ultracet Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases/conditions. Therefore, the doctor may adjust the dose while using it in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Caution

Tell your doctor before receiving the Ultracet Tablet if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Unsafe

Ultracet Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate Communications, Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060
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FAQs

Ultracet Tablet belongs to the group of painkillers and analgesics used short-term to relieve moderate to severe pain.Â
Ultracet Tablet contains Tramadol and Paracetamol. Tramadol targets pain receptors in the central nervous system. It acts by blocking the nerve signals responsible for pain. Paracetamol acts as an analgesic by inhibiting the release of chemical mediators that cause pain. Tramadol and paracetamol, in combination, have a faster onset of action and provide quick relief from the pain. Altogether, they effectively reduce the pain.
While Ultracet Tablet is safe for treating pain, Ultracet Tablet is not meant for long-term use because it can damage the kidneys and/or cause internal bleeding if used for longer durations.
No, Consult a doctor before taking Ultracet Tablet for any condition. It is not advised to use Ultracet Tablet without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Ultracet Tablet is not indicated for stomach pain. Also, if you have stomach pain post ingestion it may be a sign of stomach ulcer or gastric bleeding. Do not take Ultracet Tablet in this condition. It is better to inform your doctor in case of stomach pain post ingestion of this medication.
Your doctor decides the dose and duration of the medicine depending on your health condition. It is generally not used for more than five days, as prolonged usage may lead to dependence.
You may experience dizziness while using Ultracet Tablet , as it is reported as the most common side effect. If you are experiencing this, take some rest. However, it vanishes over time. If this dizziness becomes worse, please consult a doctor for relief.
The common side effects of Ultracet Tablet are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, redness, itching, or rash at the site of injection, sweating, headache, confusion, nervousness, and sleep problems. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.
If you forget a dose of Ultracet Tablet , take it immediately when you remember. However, if your next dose is near, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Never double dose to make up for a missed dose, as this may increase side effects.

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