Medication·Interactions·Reviewed June 9, 2026
Tramadol interactions.
Tramadol has 8 documented interactions in the NutriStack database, including 8 flagged to avoid or as a serious conflict. The full interaction list is below. None of this is a substitute for your prescriber's advice.
Tramadol at a glance.
A quick, data-grounded summary. The full tables are below.
Tramadol has 8 documented interactions in the NutriStack database, including 8 flagged to avoid or as a serious conflict. The full interaction list is below. None of this is a substitute for your prescriber's advice.
Substances that interact with tramadol.
Every supplement and medication in the NutriStack database with a documented interaction with this drug, highest-severity first. Open any pair for the mechanism and sources.
| Substance | Interaction | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| 5-HTP | Contraindicated | Tramadol has significant serotonergic activity in addition to its opioid effects, inhibiting serotonin reuptake. Combining it with 5-HTP, a direct... details → |
| Alcohol | Contraindicated | Alcohol can add to tramadol's opioid sedation and respiratory depression while also worsening judgment and coordination. Tramadol also lowers the... details → |
| Fluoxetine | Contraindicated | Fluoxetine combined with tramadol creates dual serotonin syndrome risk. Additionally, fluoxetine inhibits CYP2D6, reducing tramadol conversion to... details → |
| L-Tryptophan | Contraindicated | Tramadol has serotonergic activity in addition to its opioid effect, and L-Tryptophan is a serotonin precursor. Combining them can increase... details → |
| MDMA | Contraindicated | MDMA releases and blocks reuptake of serotonin, and tramadol also inhibits serotonin reuptake while lowering the seizure threshold. Combining them... details → |
| SAMe | Contraindicated | SAMe has antidepressant activity and serotonergic relevance, while tramadol inhibits serotonin reuptake and is a known serotonin syndrome risk drug.... details → |
| Sertraline | Contraindicated | Concurrent use of SSRIs and tramadol significantly increases the risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition characterized... details → |
| St. John's Wort | Contraindicated | Combining tramadol with St. John's Wort creates dual risks: serotonin syndrome from additive serotonergic effects, and potential loss of tramadol's... details → |
The full tramadol profile.
Uses, typical dosing, side effects, and the cited evidence for this medication.
Common tramadol questions.
Quick answers drawn from the tables above.
What interacts with Tramadol?
In the NutriStack database, Tramadol has 8 documented interactions. The most notable include 5-HTP, Alcohol, Fluoxetine, L-Tryptophan, and MDMA. Check any specific combination before taking it and confirm with your prescriber.
Which substances should I avoid with Tramadol?
Tramadol is flagged against 8 substances in the database, including 5-HTP, Alcohol, Fluoxetine, L-Tryptophan, MDMA, and SAMe. These pairings carry a higher risk and should be reviewed with a clinician before combining.
Is it safe to take 5-HTP with Tramadol?
NutriStack classifies the 5-HTP and Tramadol pairing as contraindicated: Tramadol has significant serotonergic activity in addition to its opioid effects, inhibiting serotonin reuptake. Combining it with 5-HTP, a direct serotonin precursor,... Do not combine 5-HTP with tramadol. Tramadol's serotonergic properties are often underrecognized, and this combination poses a serious risk of... Always confirm with your prescriber.
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