Dol-P Tablet 37.5mg / 325mg

About Dol-P Tablet 37.5mg / 325mg

Dol-P Tablet Uses

• Moderate to moderately severe acute pain
• Post surgical pain
• Pain after dental procedures
• Back pain and musculoskeletal pain
• Pain from injuries or fractures

Dol-P Tablet Benefits

• Combines an opioid and a non opioid painkiller for stronger relief
• Lower tramadol dose than standalone tramadol tablets, which may reduce side effects
• Faster onset of pain relief compared to paracetamol alone
• Convenient two in one dosing instead of two separate tablets

What Experts Say

Doctors prescribe this combination when pain is too strong for paracetamol alone but does not yet need a stronger opioid. Tramadol works on pain signals in the brain and spinal cord, while paracetamol adds a separate pain relieving effect. Together they allow a lower dose of tramadol than would otherwise be needed.

This dual action approach is why many pain specialists favor fixed dose tramadol and paracetamol tablets after surgery or injury. The combination reaches peak effect faster than tramadol alone, since paracetamol acts quickly while tramadol builds up gradually. This makes it useful for short courses of moderate pain.

Physicians caution that this tablet still carries opioid related risks, including drowsiness and dependence with extended use. Most guidelines recommend using it for the shortest duration needed and reviewing the dose regularly. Patients with liver disease or a history of substance use should be monitored closely.

Drug Class

• Opioid analgesic and non opioid analgesic combination

Dol-P Tablet 37.5mg / 325mg formula

• Tramadol + Paracetamol

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Dol-P Tablet 37.5mg / 325mg?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually every 4 to 6 hours.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not exceed the maximum dose printed on the pack or told by your doctor.
• Avoid taking other paracetamol containing products while on this tablet.
• Do not stop a long course suddenly without medical advice.

Drug Interactions

• SSRIs and SNRIs: Combining with these antidepressants raises the risk of serotonin syndrome.
• MAOIs: Should not be used together or within 14 days of an MAOI due to serious interaction risk.
• Alcohol and sedatives: Increases drowsiness and the risk of dangerously slowed breathing.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk and affect blood clotting tests.
• Carbamazepine: Can reduce the effectiveness of tramadol by speeding up its breakdown.

Risks and warnings

• Dependence risk: Tramadol can cause tolerance and dependence with prolonged or high dose use.
• Seizure risk: Higher doses raise the chance of seizures, especially in people with epilepsy or a head injury.
• Liver caution: The paracetamol component can harm the liver if taken above the recommended dose or with other paracetamol products.
• Breathing risk: Combining this tablet with alcohol, sedatives, or sleeping pills can slow breathing to a dangerous level.
• Not for children: This tablet is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Dol-P Tablet Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Dizziness or drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Sweating
• Headache
• Seizures in high doses or with predisposing conditions
• Serotonin syndrome when combined with certain antidepressants
• Slowed or difficult breathing
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling or rash

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the strip in its original packaging away from light.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Discard any unused tablets after the expiry date printed on the pack.