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Scientists Warn Popular Painkiller May Do More Harm Than Good
Researchers say the drug likely increases the risk of serious side effects, including heart disease, and that its potential harms probably outweigh any benefits. A large review of existing studies suggests that tramadol, a strong opioid frequently prescribed for chronic pain, offers only limited relief for the conditions it is commonly used to treat. The [...]
Scientists have conducted extensive analyses of existing research and have concluded that the tramadol – opioids that are assigned in chronic pain – provides only limited relief in the states in which they are assigned. Moreover, its use involves a large number of side effects, including heart disease, reports SciTechDaily. This leads researchers to the conclusion that the risks associated with the tramadol exceed the potential benefits of it.
A widely prescribed analgesic medicine for chronic pain could have limited benefits and serious health risks.
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