Does Tramadol Cause Convulsions?

Seizures are a rare side effect of tramadol. Tramadol-related seizures are short, tonic-clonic seizures that, like other drug-related seizures, are self-limiting. This epileptogenic effect of tramadol occurs at both low and high doses.

How common are seizures with tramadol?

However, in another study conducted in Serbia and Montenegro, tramadol induced seizures occurred in 84% of patients during the first 24 hours (9). In our study, 89% of subjects experienced a seizure attack within the first 24 hours after taking tramadol.

How do you stop tramadol seizures?

To reduce the likelihood of these serious reactions occurring, prescribe the lowest effective doses of tramadol and avoid its use in patients with a history of seizure disorders. In patients with risk factors for seizures or serotonin syndrome, it may be prudent to consider other analgesics instead of tramadol.