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People who have moderate-to-moderately severe chronic pain may receive ConZip for around-the-clock pain treatment. Although it is not a controlled substance, this prescription medicine has been shown to have a high potential for psychological and physical dependence and abuse. It comes as an extended-release capsule that is taken once daily. Possible side effects include nausea, constipation, and drowsiness.
What Is ConZip?
ConZip™ (tramadol ER) is a prescription medication approved for treating moderate-to-moderately severe chronic (long-term) pain in adults who require around-the-clock pain treatment for an extended period of time. It comes as a long-acting capsule that is taken just once a day.(Click ConZip Uses for more information on this topic, including possible off-label uses.)
Abuse Potential
While ConZip is not regulated as a controlled substance, it can have a significant potential for both psychological and physical dependence and abuse, similar to morphine. Tramadol, the active ingredient in ConZip, was initially marketed as a pain medication with very little potential for abuse. However, healthcare providers quickly recognized that many of the people who used this drug became addicted to it.For more information, visit the following eMedTV articles: