Tramadol 50 MG is an effective medication for treating nerve pain. It is a type of opioid agonist, meaning it binds to opioid receptors in the brain and alters the way pain signals are received and processed. Tramadol 50 MG is often prescribed for moderate to severe nerve pain, such as neuropathic pain. Neuropathic pain is caused by damage to the nerves, which can be a result of an injury, such as a broken bone, or a disease, such as diabetes. Tramadol 50 MG is available in both immediate-release and extended-release forms. Immediate-release tablets are taken every four to six hours as needed for pain relief. Extended-release tablets are taken once a day and last for up to 24 hours. The extended-release tablets can be taken with food or without food.