What specific concerns arise with tramadol use in patients with adrenal insufficiency and how should treatment be adjusted?
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What specific concerns arise with tramadol use in patients with adrenal insufficiency and how should treatment be adjusted?
Tramadol can exacerbate adrenal insufficiency, requiring patients to take supplemental corticosteroids during treatment.
Patients with adrenal insufficiency on tramadol may need adjusted corticosteroid dosages due to potential for increased cortisol use.