Question on tramadol 100mg morning and night 12 hr release?

You actually sound like you are in a similar situation as me except mine isnt/wasn't as severe. Tramadol is a good drug in that it actually helps as an antidepressant as well and withdrawl was never a problem for me. One of my friends gets withdrawl from it but never anything like a normal narcotic. I need 200 mg for releif though so u might need more than 100 but try that dose first. Just try to stay strong and work through it. I know first hand that its way way easier said than done but generally it only lasts for a day or a few days before having a few good days after that. So I just try to look forward to the coming days and think of all the good fun things I can do. Also try to get out of the house with someone else if its possible. That makes a big difference for me. And lastly I've been taking effexor for a few weeks now with very good results so u might want to try that.

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Now I'm at like 2 days a month on average where I'm very depressed instead of like 4 days a week before. Hope u can get something good out of this. The support we all get here is a big help for a lot of people.

Out of will power? Please say it ain't so cheersrichard! So you need a little hope and inspiration. Ok then. Tramodol will help you very much. I know what you have been through and your meds. Tramodol will keep you fairly comfortable and get you a step back from that ledge. You have so much going for you. If it weren't for Tramodol, I would have lost it not long ago. Besides, you're a Leo, a fighter, tenacious, and always put up a good fight. No, not a believer in astrology, just read about Leo's cause my daughter is one. And boy is she a fighter! She's been clean for over a year now. She did get support from N/A which has literally saved her life. Cheersrichard, you need to save YOU! We can support you, cheer you on, root from the stands, but it is your life, your future. I don't want to lose a dear friend. You may not realize it, but you saved me too. I know it is so hard waiting only to find out, No, we can't help you.

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Or sorry, can't do that for you. But you know something? THEY are the ones who will suffer the loss of never getting to know such a smart, insightful person. You really don't know what you have done for others do you? Rather than dread waking up, look forward to a new day. It is not, nor ever will be, the end of the line for you. You just can't envision it now. I promise you, that is temporary. Yes, you have been tested more than most. Stronger people have given up, weaker people have given up. But you my friend are a oner, a person like no other. You have qualities, talents, and gifts that very few are blessed with. I know you have put them aside, waiting for that magic to come along and inspire you once again. Tramodol is not that magic. But I promise you, it will ease the pain and fears. The people here can also ease the pain and fears. Three words I have heard my entire life just popped in my head... "Faith, Hope, Enthusiasm" You have it in you cheersrichard, time to once again pull yourself up by the boot straps and begin anew. Let it go... free yourself of the worry and feeling of hopelessness. The new meds need a chance to work. You need a chance to once again, share with the world this wonderful person we know you are!

With much love and faith in you,
Chris

Hello... just wanted to put my 2 cents in. Don't be fooled- Tramadol can easily become an addictive medicaion. It was introduced by the pharmacudical company to doctors as a med "that worked like a narcotic, but was not narcotic". This intrigued plenty of phycisians who are not comfortable with writing pain meds, as well as patients who did not want to go the narcotic route. This was more than a little misleading, and pleanty of pain patients have found themselves addicted to, dependant on, or abusing this medication, with definite withdrawal sympoms when abruptly stopped. It's my understanding that the Pharmacudical company was made to change calling this a non narcotic/ non opioid.

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**Ultram may be habit-forming. Tell your doctor if you feel the medicine is not working as well in relieving your pain. Do not change your dose without talking to your doctor. Do not stop using Ultram suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sweating, nausea, diarrhea, tremors, chills, hallucinations, trouble sleeping, or breathing problems. Talk to your doctor about how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when stopping the medication

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Available Dosage Forms:

Tablet, Extended Release
Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Analgesic

**Chemical Class: Opioid

Uses For Ultram
Tramadol is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain, including pain after surgery. The long-acting tablets are used for chronic ongoing pain.

**Tramadol belongs to the group of medicines called opioid analgesics. It acts in the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. When tramadol is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence). Physical dependence may lead to side effects when you stop taking the medicine

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Tramadol/Ultram may or may not be the right pain reliever for you. You can even ask you physician for samples. Do not crush or split these.

It seems to me, that you need a Dr that can get your pain under control. This may entail the use of a pain medication that you take regulalry as perscribed, as well as another pain medication for breakthrough pain. Also, if needed, physical therapy, theraputic Botox injections, a TENS unit, accupuncture, and excersises that are specific to your needs. Neurologists have a great understanding about pain, and the way you and your body, and brain respond to it. If I read correctly, you are seeing a General Practitioner and a Neuropsychiatrist?? I work for a group of neurologists, and even if I didn't, i think i would start there (or get referred depending on your insurance). Look for a neurologist that sub-specialized in pain management. They have a great deal of knowledge about pain, nerve, muscle, head muscularskeletal, ect. And they are familiarized with the appropriate meds. The neurologist may even refer you to a Pain Management Dr, or even a Rheumotoligist. Any one of these specialists can order a vast array of diagnostic testing, including nerve conduction, electromyogram, bloodwork to find the source of the issue. You should not be left in pain, and must be your own advocate, so you can lead a happy, functional life. Many of the diagnostic tests can be done at the Neuro's office, too. We also have a Neuropsychologist (not psychiatrist) in the office to help patients deal with their chronic pain issues, as it most certainly can be very stressful to say the least. Sometimes it takes a frustrating amount of time to find the right medication(s) that work for you, but you deserve to be pain free. Try a sample pack of Ultram, it may work for you- but don't think for a minute that your body can't/won't develop a dependance, even if you don't. I have found that Nucynta (an opioid- but not comparable to morphine like i have read! Not even close!) to be an effective pain reliever, as well as xanax (for pain, not anxiety). Everybody's different, as everybody's pain is different. I hope you find the right pain treatment soon. Best wishes...