Ultracet is the brand name for tramadol, a pain-reliever, combined with acetaminophen, which was approved by the FDA in 2001. Tramadol is a prescription analgesic that can be combined with acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, to relieve acute pain. The compound is available only under the brand name Ultracet. Like narcotic medications, tramadol enters the central nervous system and binds to opioid receptors located in the brain and spinal cord. This relieves discomfort by blocking out the body's natural response to pain. Although acetaminophen is technically a fever reducer, it is commonly used to treat pain. When acetaminophen and tramadol are combined, the compound treats pain more effectively than either medicine does individually. This drug is only recommended for short-term use, like for pain after surgery. Ultracet is available in tablets which contain thirty-seven point five milligrams of tramadol and three-hundred and twenty-five milligrams of acetaminophen. Take Ultracet with water. Because the compound can be habit-forming, always follow the dosage instructions of your doctor. The most common side effects of tramadol include constipation, drowsiness and excessive sweating, but ask your doctor for a complete list.Also, be sure to tell your physician immediately if you experience hives or sores on the inside of your mouth, nose, eyes or throat, or any other significant changes. Tramadol can increase the risk of seizure in patients who have epilepsy and should not be combined with alcohol or medications that impair breathing. Ask your doctor for a full list of medications and conditions that should not be combined with tramadol. Ultracet can be effective for treating severe pain in the short-term. However, the drug should always be used under the direct care of a physician. Please ask for and review all of the information provided by your doctor before taking tramadol with acetaminophen. The information in this video is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise of your physician. Always consult your doctor before using this drug.