Can I drive while taking Rybix ODT?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

It may be safe for you to drive a car while taking Rybix ODT (tramadol), but don't get behind the wheel until you know how this drug affects you. Rybix ODT is a pain-relief medication that belongs to a class of drugs called opioid analgesics. These medications can cause a variety of side effects, including drowsiness. Don't plan on doing any driving until you know how Rybix ODT affects you.

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