Posted by spriggy on March 10, 2007, at 0:19:17
In reply to Re: That's one of the greatest posts ever on DrBob » blueberry1, posted by UgottaHaveHope on March 8, 2007, at 0:46:20
Blueberry,
I have also experienced similar effects to Ultram (tramadol). I am on the ER version (extended release). It is 200 mg's once a day.
I also noticed ( the 2nd day) that my anxiety was at bay, my depression was gone, and I had more energy.
It has helped my pain IMMENSELY without leaving me feeling "foggy."
The only thing I notice is that if I drink a cup of coffee in the morning, the anxiety seems to be pretty strong ( I take my Ultram in the morning too). So I'm guessing caffeine may not be a good mix for the Ultram because of the norepenephrine ( however you spell that word).
At least for me that is.
So I am avoiding caffeine and feeling better than I have in years.
My dr. talked me into taking it- thought it might help my fibro/Lyme's achy joint pain.
I hesitated becuase I was concerned it was addictive and my dr. assured me it WASN'T. And yet, after what I've read it is.
BUT, It helps so I figure it has to be better than me popping 4 Aleves, 4 Ibuprofens, and 2 Hydrocodones every single day just to walk!
My only side effect seems to be that I only need 5-6 hours of sleep (compared to my usual 9 hours).
But, I wake up rested and energized. So that's good.
And like you, I also know to give all glory to the Lord. He is the maker of us and knows what works best for each- I pray that all here find relief and answer's, and know more than all else that the God that created you loves you deeply.
SO yeah... add me to the Ultram and God club too. ROFL
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