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    This document summarizes information about the drug Tramadol Hydrochloride. It is classified as a chemical and therapeutic analgesic. It is ordered as a 50mg slow IV push PRN for moderate to severe pain. Its indication is to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain by binding mu receptors and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Potential adverse effects include CNS issues like agitation, cardiovascular issues like chest pain, gastrointestinal issues like abdominal pain, and respiratory issues like cough. Activities like alcohol use can have additive CNS depression. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, checking orders and expiration dates, observing timing, assessing patient response, and teaching the patient about following doses, not chewing extended release tablets,

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    This document summarizes information about the drug Tramadol Hydrochloride. It is classified as a chemical and therapeutic analgesic. It is ordered as a 50mg slow IV push PRN for moderate to severe pain. Its indication is to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain by binding mu receptors and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Potential adverse effects include CNS issues like agitation, cardiovascular issues like chest pain, gastrointestinal issues like abdominal pain, and respiratory issues like cough. Activities like alcohol use can have additive CNS depression. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, checking orders and expiration dates, observing timing, assessing patient response, and teaching the patient about following doses, not chewing extended release tablets,

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    This document summarizes information about the drug Tramadol Hydrochloride. It is classified as a chemical and therapeutic analgesic. It is ordered as a 50mg slow IV push PRN for moderate to severe pain. Its indication is to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain by binding mu receptors and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Potential adverse effects include CNS issues like agitation, cardiovascular issues like chest pain, gastrointestinal issues like abdominal pain, and respiratory issues like cough. Activities like alcohol use can have additive CNS depression. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, checking orders and expiration dates, observing timing, assessing patient response, and teaching the patient about following doses, not chewing extended release tablets,

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    Tramadol

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    milesmin
    This document summarizes information about the drug Tramadol Hydrochloride. It is classified as a chemical and therapeutic analgesic. It is ordered as a 50mg slow IV push PRN for moderate to severe pain. Its indication is to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain by binding mu receptors and inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. Potential adverse effects include CNS issues like agitation, cardiovascular issues like chest pain, gastrointestinal issues like abdominal pain, and respiratory issues like cough. Activities like alcohol use can have additive CNS depression. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, checking orders and expiration dates, observing timing, assessing patient response, and teaching the patient about following doses, not chewing extended release tablets,

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    DRUG STUDY

    Generic/ Brand
    Name &
    Classification
    Dose,
    Strength &
    Formulation
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    !echanism of
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    Classification'
    Chemical Class:
    Cyclohexanol
    Therapeutic class:
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    Pregnancy
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