Uses of Katrapa

Katrapa drug belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which have analgesic and antipyretic effects. The main ingredient of the drug is Tramadol hydrochloride 37.5mg and paracetamol 325mg. Katrapa is available in the form of film-coated tablets. Packaging of the drug includes 1 box of 3 blisters, each blister of 10 tablets.

The drug Katrapa is often used to treat bone and joint diseases and gout. However, Katrapa should only be used for mild to moderate pain.
Paracetamol and Tramadol in the drug both have central analgesic effect. Based on a few animal studies, combining these two chemicals increases the synergistic effect. After taking the drug into the body, tramadol is absorbed more slowly than paracetamol, but tramadol has a longer half-life.
Katrapa medicine does not depend on meals so you can take it at any time of the day. Administration of the drug with food does not affect the concentration of the active substance in the blood plasma or the extent of absorption.
Most of the drug Katrapa is eliminated as metabolites, about 30% of the drug will be eliminated unchanged. Tramadol and its metabolites are eliminated primarily by the kidneys. For paracetamol, it is eliminated from the body by combining glucuronide and sulfate. The amount of drug excreted will depend on the dose that you should take.

Katrapa medicine is made in tablet form, so patients should take it orally. The dosage of the drug will depend on the age, weight, condition of the patient and the severity of the disease. Therefore, to get the correct dosage for yourself, you should consult your doctor for further advice.
Dosage of Katrapa drug for each group of subjects:
Adolescents over 12 years old and adults: patients should only take a maximum of 1 to 2 tablets, the interval between each dose is from 4 to 6 hours. To avoid school overdose, patients should not use more than 8 tablets per day. Children under 12 years old: be careful when giving katrapa to children, because there are not enough documents proving the safety and effectiveness of the drug for this group of people. People 65 years of age and older: use the same dose as the adult dose.

Drug overdose is a condition in which a patient uses more than the prescribed amount of medicine, causing symptoms that affect the user's health. Manifestations of katrapa overdose: coma, respiratory failure, convulsions, cardiac arrest and even death.
In addition, when the patient takes too much paracetamol into the body, it can increase the risk of liver toxicity. In addition, the patient may experience symptoms such as gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, irritability, sweating, pale skin, ... Manifestations of liver toxicity include: may appear between 48 and 72 hours after taking katrapa. If the patient has one of the above symptoms of poisoning, they should immediately go to a medical center to get help from a doctor.

During the use of Katrapa, patients may experience unwanted side effects affecting the body, the most typical can be mentioned as nausea, dizziness, dizziness, drowsiness. The drug Katrapa can affect the digestive system and the central nervous system.
Symptoms that Katrapa may cause with less frequency: fatigue, weakness, strong emotions, headache, abdominal pain, shivering, digestive disorders, flatulence, indigestion, vomiting , dry mouth, confusion, restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, appearance of allergic reactions (rash, rash, urticaria), increased sweating....

Should not use Katrapa drug for people with hypersensitivity to the ingredients contained in the drug (paracetamol, Tramadol) Be careful when using Katrapa drug with drugs that inhibit serotonin reuptake, TCA, Opioids, MAOI , sedatives... When these drugs are combined, the risk of convulsions increases. Careful consideration should be given to the use of Katrapa in patients with respiratory failure, head trauma, increased endoscopic pressure, and severe liver failure. Consider the use of Katrapa in patients who are addicted to opiates, otherwise it may cause the patient to relapse. The use of Katrapa in patients with chronic alcoholism may increase the risk of hepatotoxicity. Do not combine Katrapa with other medicines containing paracetamol or tramadol. The drug Katrapa is effective in reducing pain, reducing fever and can be used in the treatment of bone and joint diseases and gout. However, the drug can cause many side effects during use, so you should consider before taking this drug. For the best treatment effect, you should use Katrapa medicine as directed by your doctor.
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