Tramadol is a prescription medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It is used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, altering the perception of pain and the emotional response to it. Tramadol is prescribed for the relief of moderate to moderately severe pain. It can be used for various types of pain, including musculoskeletal pain, postoperative pain, and pain associated with chronic conditions. Tramadol may be used in the management of chronic pain conditions, such as fibromyalgia or osteoarthritis, where continuous pain relief is necessary.