Tramadol for Pain User Reviews (Page 2)

• Anna
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 28, 2020

"Years ago this medicine worked. Now, pharmaceutical companies seem to be removing whatever ingredients that help the pain go away. If you want to feel any relief whatsoever, taking 2 is a joke. I feel weak, tired, depressed and like I have the flu. It is almost as if they are trying to get us to hate it. Not a surprise though."

• Belly...
• March 10, 2013

Ultram (tramadol) "Ultram is the only medication I can take for pain that doesn't make me sick. Lortab, Norco, etc. all make me sick at my stomach. Darvocet used to be what I preferred as it didn't make me feel sick, hate that it was taken off the market. But after hand surgery and being prescribed Ultram, it's nice to know there is a pain medication out there that works and doesn't make me throw up. Highly recommend."

• AJANS...
• March 23, 2009

"I didn't know anything about this drug and was on darvocet when my workmans company suggested I switch to this. It was a little weak at first but then I got it into my system on a regular basis and it seemed to dull my pain. Both heels were crushed in a fall and I had reconstruction surgery. This does make me sleepy and is terrible to get off of. I had every symptom of withdrawal listed. I had to call my doctor back and be put back onto it. BEWARE."

• Twerps
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 16, 2015

Ultram (tramadol) "I have been taking Ultram (brand) for 7 years for the management of chronic neuropathy pain in my arms, legs, hands, and feet, and I wouldn't change it for anything. Non-addictive, effective 90% of the time, it's a rare day when the pain exceeds the drug's ability to control it. Yes, there is some occasional residual background discomfort; with chronic pain that's to be expected. However, as long as I can function normally without a lot of adverse side effects and addiction, I'm a happy camper. Please note this is for the brand Ultram. I had serious issues with the generic (with the fillers, I think), and do not recommend generic at all."

• Rye...
• October 7, 2008

Ultram (tramadol) "I started taking Tramadol about 3 months ago for chronic pain in my knee, hips and especially my lower back due to over 26 years in the military. It allows me to be relativly free from pain and capable of doing things around my yard. I have expienced no side effects. If I stop taking it for a couple of days the pain returns. Before taking tramadol I was limited to 15 to 30 minutes of work and then I would be done for a couple of days to recuperate. "

• Steve
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 1, 2019

"I take one every night for shoulder pain. I tore both left and right rotator cuffs and had a replacement on the left which no longer hurts. The right shoulder still hurts mostly at night for some reason. It is something to do with the position but even doctors are not sure why. Tramadol relieves my pain but has none of the nasty side effects of hydrocodone or other opioids. No constipation, drowsiness, etc. I'd say it's a great drug. OH, and no trouble with addiction. I have stopped taking it for a day or two and there are no cravings or ANY of the other side"

• happy...
• October 22, 2007

Ultram ER (tramadol) "I took generic Tramadol 50 mgs for years and it did not help me. When I heard about Ultram ER 200 mgs I asked my doctor if I could try it and she said "Yes." I started taking it and the difference in my pain level was amazing. I ran out of it and in the interim my pain level escalated beyond belief. I will never be without this RX ever again. It keeps my pain at a level that is tolerable. It made a tremendous difference in the quality of my life!"

• Anonymous
• May 8, 2008

Ultram (tramadol) "I have been using this for almost a year now for peripheral neuropathy pain. This along with Lyrica and Pamalor have finally made it possible to live with somewhat normal levels of pain. Don't want to be without it."

• Ardor
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2017

"I used tramadol after rotator cuff surgery. I found it to be a very effective pain medication. It did not have the side effects I've experienced with Vicodin and Percoset. No sleepiness or feeling of being high. No dependence. For me it was the perfect medication. Maybe my review helps somebody!"

• OA pain
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2014

"Just recently prescribed Tramadol 50 mg and it has been the miracle medicine for my osteoarthritis pain. The very first dose & I was able to move without any issues. I am only 42 yrs old and fear being crippled due to this nasty disease. I am hoping this medicine will continue to work for me. Hydrocodone 5-325 just wasn't cutting it for me anymore, needed something stronger as the pain was getting truly unbearable. I would recommend others to try it. I've read a lot of reviews and have seen mixed reviews but for the most part others are happy with the results like myself."

• gpa
• May 29, 2008

Ultram (tramadol) "Ultram has worked significantly for me to relieve extreme post (2yrs) shoulder surgery. I have received excellent return of motion but continue to have 24/7 pain. Over the counter medicines have not worked. Ultram has given a relief that allows up to eight hours of pain free sleep. I use 100mg each evening at bedtime."

• Ash
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 4, 2013

"More powerful than I thought... dr prescribed this to treat scoliosis pain in a 'non narcotic way'. It helped my back pain greatly. I was also in a great mood in the beginning. I thought it was wonderful (despite a constant minor headache)! As the months went on, I no longer had that wonderful feeling and needed the tramadol to function. NEVER went over prescribed dose (50 mg 3 times per day). When I had to take it at 7:30 am so I could get out of bed at 8:00, I knew it was a problem. Seems you can become dependent without really knowing it. BAD withdrawals that lasted over a month (I was on it 11 months)."

• priso...
• April 23, 2015

"I have been on tramadol for for years first giving to me for pain. It is an incredible pain medicine that gives me so much energy and makes my anxiety and occasional depression non existent, however, I have tried so many times to get off because I am now completely addicted. When I want to get off, even taper down enough to get off, I get the most horrible lightening zapping going thru my brain along with other withdrawals. It is an incredible drug for pain and depression BUT be careful if u stay on for a long period of time u will become a prisoner just like any other pain, depression medicine and the withdrawals are ugly."

• Rose
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 8, 2020

"I have been taking Tramadol since 4 years. Tramadol helps me a lot when it comes to my IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Usually, I take just one or two before going out. I can swear this stops any and all bowel movements for the day within an hour or two of taking it. It helps a lot with my stomach pain (that is part of IBS flare ups). It also decreases my appetite a little but it’s important to eat so as not to feel nauseous. I feel like it can lower the vision power a little . Also, it brings about the feeling of euphoria and relaxation but I don’t find it all that addicting. I can stop if needed. It brings about feeling of optimism in you, which is wonderful. Not many docs will even prescribe them anymore. That’s sad. Just give us the freedom to make our own choices.."

• ih8pain
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 25, 2013

Ultram (tramadol) "I have taken ultram for years on and off. I HATE IT.it was made only to take the edge off. I have fibrmyalgia,statica caused by Lipoma caused. By sitting on my static nerve, arthritis, .neuropathy,endometreosis. And bipolar disorder ultram almost. Caused me to commit suicide it reacted so bad with my Paxil for bipolar.it is the worst pain drug ever made.if it works for u great but it didn't work and created all sorts of problems. BEWARE! !!!!!"

• aubra...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 23, 2013

"I have degenerative disc disease in my back and neck along with two shoulder surgeries. I get unbelievable tension headaches. This medication works outstanding. I have been on it for three years. I can take it at work and not get that nasty groggy feeling. I do not have to take it all of the time. I do not have any side effects except exceptional sweating in the Summer and a touch of weight gain. I would recommend this medicine to anyone."

• Anonymous
• March 24, 2008

"I have to agree with the other reviewer who described less aggressiveness when taking Tramadol. I was originally prescribed this for back pain, but have come to desire it more for its mood altering capabilities. It's stated that this product has a "very weak but rapidly acting serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor." I've noticed that I no longer throw tantrums and that I'm in general a much calmer individual. I do however wonder what the price is in the long run in terms of dependency."

• James
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 15, 2014

"Tramadol is such a good medicine for all kind of pains even I can't explain in my words. I was suffering Backache problem last three years but there is no effect by any medicine. Even I consult 5-6 doctors then one my father's friend told me start to take tramadol. Believe me within one year now I am absolutely fine."

• Nicko...
• August 14, 2019

"Have been prescribed this drug several times and it did nothing. Went back to the doctor and he said you are better off taking an aspirin but with your pain level you need Percocet 10/325. All I needed was 1 every 6 hours and the pain was gone. Ultram/tramadol are garbage."

• heloguy
• March 5, 2008

Ultram ER (tramadol) "I am a Helicopter pilot for the US Army and I have Chronic upper back pain. I am on the 200mg Ultram and it is a life savor. It still allows me to fly and controls the pain. My only issues with this drug is it tends to make me itch and I can't take it before bed or i will be awake all night. I have been taking it as needed for the past 6 months."

• Ralei...
• January 12, 2017

Ultram (tramadol) "I have taken Tramadol for year and have found it very helpful with my body pain especially my back pain. I usually have to take ONE 50 mg of the pill and that really helps. There are many days that I may NOT have to take it. I don't find it addicting at all. I take it only if I really need it. My prescription says to take it 4 times a day. I would never do that. It helps with only one. It can be constipating and that is why I only take one to give me a lot of relief. I take it now with a stool softener. I am sorry if people find it addictive but I don't feel that at all. Perhaps they are taking 4 a day. I do not plan on dropping this pill for my pain any time soon."

• MMG
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2013

Ultram (tramadol) "I was prescribed tramadol for chronic lower back pain, it makes me drowsy but the pain is still there. I can't really describe it, it's like a sensation of knowing the pain is there but not letting it affect you."

• Prosp...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 16, 2020

"I was prescribed tramadol over 10 years ago for lower back pain, 50 mg 4X a day, with the information that it was 1) non-narcotic and 2) non-addictive. Online research has shown me that both these features were incorrect. I first tried it at bedtime, and was unable to sleep, so put it away for about a year. However, I later tried it to help with minor discomforts associated with exercise, and have found it quite effective for this, at a much lower dose, about 1/2 pill (25 mg) every hour or so. I exercise a lot, and have occasionally taken up to 200mg in a day, although the average is about 50mg. At this level, I have had no adverse side effects or dependency issues. I don't regard it as a heavy-duty pain killer, but for my purposes it has been a blessing."

• Walnutt
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2017

"It doesn't take the pain completely away, but it makes life tolerable. I can at least walk my dog and work while on it. It also does a pretty decent job controlling my depression that has come from having chronic pain. Only side effect so far is slight constipation, but I'll take that everyday as opposed to the ridiculous pain I was in. Thank you Tramadol."

• Tph
• January 16, 2020

"Apparently up to 10% of the population has an enzyme..or lack of..that makes tramadol ineffective. No relief at all. Might as well take a M&M. Its addictive and habit forming so don't be fooled..that's why it's a controlled substance. It's all in how the dr prescribes it. Morphine is strong but at 100 mg dose but they also come in 10mg so that's a "low dose", it's all really how its dosed... Oxy down to hydrocodone. I read an article about a Harvard ED doc who said the best one was MSIR..morphine immediate release for even pain on a scale of 5 to 10. He will never use tramadol. And kids under 18 shouldn't even have it..that says something to me! I've seen 8 yr olds on Norco! Sorry all the bad people ruined it for the rest of us who need it for chronic pain or occasionally for acute pain."