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Hipshot:
I am prescribed three Tramadol per day for orthopedic pain, have been for over a year, and I usually take just two per day. I also take NSAIDs.
A couple of times, I have skipped doses or missed a few days when on extended trips, and frankly, I do not think it helps that much, is very addictive, or has any kind of serious effect, at least not on me. The Vioxx was much better, but obviously, COX2 inhibitors are not on the menu any longer.
When the pain is severe (usually about once or twice per week unless I am flying) I take Codeine, OxyContin, or Hydrocodone (each prescribed at various times), and frequently, I cannot even tell I have taken them. Then every once in a while, one of the doggoned things will work as designed and I get a little light headed for an hour or two. Maybe a two beer effect.
I do not think that you have to worry about the Tramadol, and if you are like me, the real narcotics will not do that much to help either.
Best of luck with finding a solution that works for you.
TR
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De Oppresso Liber 01/20/2025
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