Abstract

A CASE REPORT ON TRAMADOL INDUCED VISUAL HALLUCINATIONS

Minna Sara Philip*, Merin Elza Anil, Dr. Anila Elizabeth Abraham and Dr. Elizabeth James

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Abstract

Tramadol is a centrally-acting analgesic commonly used in the treatment of chronic moderate to severe pain. It has a low affinity to μ- opioid receptors and inhibits the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine neurotransmitters, enhancing inhibitory effects on pain transmission both by opioid and monoaminergic mechanisms. Hallucinations after tramadol use have rarely been reported. Early recognition and proper immediate treatment are essential to reversing this complication.

Keywords: Tramadol, Hallucination.