Ultram (Tramadol) is a pain killer. It is not a narcotic pain killer, and it does not produce a high like other drugs. However, this drug is addictive, too, because many people start using it for periods and in quantities more than what the doctors prescribe for them. Since it offers pain relief, many athletes and bodybuilders use this indiscriminately resulting in addiction. There are some who mix Ultram with alcohol thereby increasing the risks associated with this drug.
Some noticeable Ultram withdrawal symptoms are hallucinations, agitation, insomnia, tremors, depression, fatigue, laziness, sweating, body pain, irritation, diarrhea, etc. Overdosing on Ultram can lead to itching, rashes, breathing irregularities, dizziness, drowsiness, long sleep, hallucinations, seizures, etc. A few cases fatal cases have been reported for Ultram overdose, especially when it is combined with other drugs or alcohol. Some side effects of Ultram are rashes, hives, drowsiness, constipation, headaches, excessive perspiration, breathing irregularities, nausea, swollen eyelids, lips or face, etc.