TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE vs ULTRAM
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$0.72 /30
~$0.72 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Tablet
Drug class
Opioid Agonist
Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 6 hours (mean terminal elimination half-life of tramadol in healthy adults)
about 6 hours (mean terminal elimination half-life of tramadol in healthy adults)
Treats
Pain
Pain
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Tramadol Hydrochloride or Ultram?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.72 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Tramadol Hydrochloride and Ultram?
Both Tramadol Hydrochloride and Ultram share the active ingredient Tramadol Hydrochloride.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.