Tramadol drug classification?

Tramadol is a synthetic opioid analgesic with a dual mechanism.

- Pharmacologic class: opioid analgesic (weak μ-opioid receptor agonist) and inhibitor of serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake (dual-action, centrally acting).
- Therapeutic class: analgesic (used for moderate to moderately severe pain).
- Legal status (US): Schedule IV controlled substance.
- Important notes: can cause typical opioid side effects and carries risks of dependence, withdrawal, serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs, and seizures at high doses or with certain drug combinations.

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