Tramadol While Pregnant. Take tramadol exactly as directed. Chronic use during pregnancy may lead to physical dependence and post-partum withdrawal symptoms in the newborn see DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE.
Avoid sharing pills with others especially those who have a history of drug abuse. Seek emergency medical attention. If you use tramadol while you are pregnant your baby could become dependent on the drug.
Tell your doctor right away if you think you are pregnant or if you plan to become pregnant while using this medicine.
For pregnant women. The National Institute on Drug Abuse NIDA publishes that substance abuse can double or even triple the risk for stillbirth depending on the substance abused. Chronic use during pregnancy may lead to physical dependence and post-partum withdrawal symptoms in the newborn see DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born.