Ultram for Pain User Reviews (Page 4)

• Sky...
• August 27, 2009

"I take 100 mg 'as needed' for chronic neck and shoulder pain after dual AFDC surgery, which left me with some major nerve damage. It doesn't totally relieve my pain, but it makes it tolerable. One dose makes me nauseous with or without food in my stomach. If I have a bad neck day and take 2 doses, I will spend the night throwing up, so I never take 2 doses anymore."

• Anonymous
• December 25, 2010

"I was prescribed tramadol for a severe sore throat. I couldn't eat anything or take my other medicines before taking it and was only able to drink enough to keep me hydrated. Although I have experienced headaches and nausea since taking it, I can at least eat soft foods and soup and take my other medications. The headaches and nausea aren't pleasant, but, after losing 6 lbs in 2 days because I couldn't eat, the benefits definitely outweighed the side effects."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2020

"I was given Ultram after an eye surgery that repaired a blown-out eye socket. Originally given Tylenol #3 but found I reacted to it with a rash and severe itching. I only used two doses of the Ultram and experienced worse headache than not taking it. It's useless for post-op pain. Doctors nowadays are careful (as they should be) when prescribing opiates, however, not all patients are seeking a high. It's frustrating to be put into a fishbowl with drug users. If a patient is seeking any kind of medication for a 'high,' then any class of opiates should not be prescribed. The possible side effects of Ultram, in my opinion, are scary, just as the side effects of Norco and such. That's why you listen to your body and watch for any side effects. For those who are increasing the dose, it is stupid as well as dangerous. But if taken as directed, although like me after 2 doses I knew it was pointless, there shouldn't be any real problems."

• Anonymous
• September 22, 2009

"Had surgery in 01, then I re-herniated my lumbar discs. I use a TENS unit, pain patch, and lots of aspirin. My doctor prescribed Ultram 50 mg 2x a day or as needed. Haven't taken it every day because I get sluggish at work. Works great for the pain, but makes me VERY tired. Also, I wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep."

• Win...
• August 27, 2017

"I was prescribed this for a tooth infection. It did nothing to help elevate pain except when I added Tylenol and ibuprofen. I was also taking antibiotics at the time. Since I had to combine so many medications, it would not be fair to discuss side effects. I hope this medicine works better for others."

• Anonymous
• June 1, 2011

"It sometimes works when I take 50 mg, and sometimes I have to take 100 mg. I am allergic to Tylenol, and there are not many options. This medication makes me feel like I have a buzz, and I can't drive when I take it. If I do drive, I feel hot, my heart starts racing, and I almost black out. So I take it in the evening when I am home. I also itch all over. No rash or hives, just itching. Sometimes it makes me sleepy, and other times I cannot sleep. To me, as long as it helps, I can deal with the itching and buzz feeling."

• Anonymous
• November 24, 2009

"I took Ultram for over a year after herniating a lumbar disc. Apart from fatigue, a little dizziness, and the usual constipation that seems to accompany most pain medicines, I had no major side effects. It did not eliminate the pain but decreased it enough for me to function for the most part (sit, drive, sleep). However, over time, my system became accustomed to the drug, and it did not work for me anymore. Thankfully, I had minimal withdrawal symptoms. I have since tried Neurontin (Gabapentin), Nortriptyline, and Topamax for chronic pain, with mixed results and significantly worse side effects. Still no long-term solution for the pain."

• Anonymous
• February 25, 2011

"I took just one 50 mg tablet for shoulder and upper back pain in the evening. I woke up with a migraine-type headache. I am not likely to take any more. I had no problems with Darvocet, but they took this medication off the market."

• kai...
• March 16, 2010

"Helps within 20-30 min when taken at the onset of a cluster headache. Works best/fastest when taken with a cold, caffeinated soda. My cluster headaches are followed by 2-4 hours of allodynia, and Ultram helps this, too."

• Anonymous
• July 12, 2009

"I have used Ultram at night along with Xanax. It does allow me more sleep than before, usually around 4 hours. I do notice a headache, especially if I take a second dose later at night. I will wake with a headache. I've been taking it for about a year but do not notice any withdrawal if I miss any doses."

• fre...
• April 6, 2010

"Well, very few side effects for me, but also very little pain relief. I've been prescribed this several times to treat my chronic pain symptoms as well as a couple of acute things (injuries). It was basically for the purpose of being able to function."

• GA ...
• August 22, 2014

"I received this medication through my PCP for horrendous arthritis pain. This medicine is a joke! Like taking baby aspirin!"

• bro...
• November 16, 2019

"This stuff is at best a little better than an 800 mg ibuprofen tablet. I would call it a 'placebo' that is now offered to patients instead of real medication for real pain management."

• Al ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2017

"This med works better than other pain meds. Knee pain was so bad from implants, I was considering getting back on my crutches. No crutches needed, and I gained back a little energy."

• abt...
• January 25, 2009

"I love it. It takes every pain away. It takes 2 hours for the full effect. I feel it starting to work after about 25 minutes."

• Anonymous
• August 6, 2008

"I am taking this medicine for lower back pain due to herniated discs. Taking this drug in combination with Lyrica has reduced the pain in the front of my legs significantly."

• nic...
• November 12, 2013

"It doesn't work that great for pain, but it does wonders for restless leg syndrome and stuff similar to that."

• spa...
• January 19, 2016

"I have a degenerative disc disease in my neck and lower back. I have used Ultram for a year. Usually 2 each 50 mg. At bedtime. This med seems to work well for me so far."

• Aff...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 28, 2014

"I experience pain also. I crashed riding my dirt bike last year, but I survived. Tramadol saved me for those days of pain."

• Joe...
• March 21, 2014

"Have periodic leg and foot pain due to being on them for 10+ a day. It works well but takes about 2 hours to kick in. Have used Lortab but feel crappy the next day."

• Buy...
• September 14, 2008

"I use tramadol all the time for pain, and it does work better than hydrocodone or codeine. It lasts a lot longer, the only complaint I have is it's very expensive."

• Anonymous
• June 25, 2009

"I was prescribed Ultram for a severe sore throat, couldn't eat or drink. I was taking Cymbalta. The combination caused a seizure."

• Anonymous
• November 25, 2008

"For a severely abscessed tooth, this painkiller worked great. The side effects were sweats, nagging headache, and constipation."

• Anonymous
• August 24, 2012

"I have degenerative disc disease from my neck down and chronic daily headaches. I have been put on this several times over the past 4 years, but even taking 100 mg 4 times a day, it did not help."

• Anonymous
• April 1, 2012

"Good medicine, it gets rid of your pain without that drowsy, sick feeling."