Tramadol Withdrawals

[Jip99]

3 minutes ago, colinneil said:

Reading some of the scare stories here about the dangers of Tramadol/ Gabapentin make me laugh, as i have already posted, i stopped taking both 6 months ago with no withdrawal or side effect symptoms.

I was a cranky old bugger when i was taking them, still a cranky old bugger now, nothing has changed.

I think most of the problems are in peoples minds, they think they will get withdrawal problems so they get them, willpower and a positive mind is all that is needed.

 

You have always been a cranky old bugger........... with or without drugs! ?

[wgdanson]

On 4/28/2018 at 7:17 PM, chiangrai said:

The pain is all over.No runny nose or diarrhea.

I took a little Imodium twice over the last few days.

I feel good in the mornings clear headed and energetic.

But the pain builds up quickly.

 

If this is day 5 I should probably expect some more pain  for another few days

I would love something to ease the pain in the meantime.

 

 

 

Try Singha! You'll still feel shit in the morning, but enjoy getting there.

Edited May 2, 2018 by wgdanson

[colinneil]

Just now, Jip99 said:

 

You have always been a cranky old bugger........... with or without drugs! ?

Exactly my point ,nothing has changed, and you more than most can testify to that.

[Lumbini]

Here we go again as story line sounds familiar: a popular pain drug becomes a new way to get high as prescribing by doctors soars.

http://www.gazettenet.com/Drug-epidemic-ensnares-25-year-old-pill-for-nerve-pain-17303962

[cyril sneer]

On 02/05/2018 at 3:33 PM, colinneil said:

Reading some of the scare stories here about the dangers of Tramadol/ Gabapentin make me laugh, as i have already posted, i stopped taking both 6 months ago with no withdrawal or side effect symptoms.

I was a cranky old bugger when i was taking them, still a cranky old bugger now, nothing has changed.

I think most of the problems are in peoples minds, they think they will get withdrawal problems so they get them, willpower and a positive mind is all that is needed.

wish it was the same case for benzos

[evilebxxx]

18 hours ago, cyril sneer said:

wish it was the same case for benzos

Like as having the worst hangover of your life and a super flu symptoms +++ for years end

[Chivas]

I have chronic fibromlygia treated well with Tramadol and its very effective. Occasional if I forget to take 1 of the 2 daily tablets I will very quickly start feeling bad but whether its the withdrawal from the Tramadol or just the fibromlygia itself we dont know

I do know that having had both since 1999 it would be virtually impossible to live without it

[Thailand J]

I bought 300mg Gabapentin for fybromyalgia but changed my mind, still have the tablets in my fridge.

 

[Chivas]

7 hours ago, Thailand J said:

I bought 300mg Gabapentin for fybromyalgia but changed my mind, still have the tablets in my fridge.

 

 

Never been prescibed that. I hear so many wonderful stories about tramadol giving people "highs" and other people claiming terrible drug and dont touch it etc etc... I have never had a single side effect whilst taking it

[Ks45672]

2 hours ago, Chivas said:

 

Never been prescibed that. I hear so many wonderful stories about tramadol giving people "highs" and other people claiming terrible drug and dont touch it etc etc... I have never had a single side effect whilst taking it

Take 200-400mg with a red bull you will have wings lol

That's what the Thai kids were doing + cough mixture with  pseudoephedrine (also now banned) 

[rascalman]

Never ceases to amaze me that some think that getting drunk is the answer. Most likely your problem. Tramodol is a very serious drug, it does help many but like many drugs abused. Nothing else funny here jokers. 

 

[Wanderer555]

On 4/30/2018 at 8:55 AM, Lumbini said:

 

See a Dr. , that's almost funny

Why ? So they can prescribe more pills ? Don't mean to be disrespectful but isn't it Dr.'s and drug companies that have created the problem especially in the US and other places all over the world with the opioid and antidepressant epidemic and so many other disease management tactics with pills and quick fixes instead of getting to the roots of real health care .

 

 

 

 

While it is true that Big Pharma has a history of pushing addictive drugs in the pursuit of profits, for many individuals the root cause of their pain cannot currently be cured. This results in the medical community attempting to improve the quality of life for these individuals the managing the symptoms.
This includes using opiates or synthetic opiates like tramadol to help with daily life. The addictive properties of Tramadol appears to vary with the individual, with some finding it highly addictive and others easily tolerating it and finding the drug useful in relief of pain over the course of many years.

Personally, I was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease at age 44, and after trying medications for pain relief, many with bad side effects, my USA Specialist switched me to Tramadol.
I have been taking 50-75 mg per day to help manage muscle pain (a major symptom of Parkinson's) for 9 years now without any major side effects while providing moderate pain relief. Concerned with its potential addictive effects, 2 times per year, I cycle off it for 5-7 days and have never had any adverse problems.

 

While a serious drug, when managed properly, its use can be a big game changer in the quality of life for many patients and I would ask you consider this before making such generalized statements, as this does nothing to improve the health of those who face serious health issues.

 

Cheers.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Lumbini]

What other medications are you currently on as one on as one of my good friends and also a family member just received the diagnosis of Parkinson's ? Why do you think the prevalence of this disease has increased so much in last few years as is the case with so many cognitive diseases ? Thanks for your post and it's encouraging to see someone who has not changed dosage of a pain med in so long who is still getting the same benefit . Also what have you heard or experienced about Parkinson's care and treatment in Thailand as there may be many who want to leave the US if the medical cost are a challenge and they don't have health insurance.

 

 

 

 

[Wanderer555]

On 5/29/2018 at 11:28 AM, Lumbini said:

What other medications are you currently on as one on as one of my good friends and also a family member just received the diagnosis of Parkinson's ? Why do you think the prevalence of this disease has increased so much in last few years as is the case with so many cognitive diseases ? Thanks for your post and it's encouraging to see someone who has not changed dosage of a pain med in so long who is still getting the same benefit . Also what have you heard or experienced about Parkinson's care and treatment in Thailand as there may be many who want to leave the US if the medical cost are a challenge and they don't have health insurance.

 

 

 

 

My apologies for the delayed reply, very busy for awhile. 

Yes, it does appear that diseases such as Parkinson’s are increasing and I feel it is due to our modern lifestyle with chronic stress & chemical overload being major factors. 

Currently I am taking Madopar(levodopa), Tramadol and a muscle relaxant. I also take mucuna pruriens as a levodopa supplement (natural form) as it seems to be a softer but effective medication. 

In the past, I was taking a prescription cocktail of 6-7 different meds each day with the side effects worse than the disease. 

Since then I have changed my lifestyle to a slower life, with exercise and clean food both playing a role in my daily quality of life. 

I find the Parkinson’s care in Thailand to be a lower level of care than the USA, but do not let it stop me from living here, but am still searching for a good movement disorder specialist. 

I live in Udon Thani and receive adequate care from a neurologist but am currently looking in BKK or Chiang Mai for a specialist. 

 Young Onset Parkinson’s is a bit different than traditional onset Parkinson’s so the age of your friend and family member is a factor. I wish them both the best and can say healthy living, exercise and careful management of my medications has been effective for me. 

Cheers!

[Sheryl]

Best  Parkinson  specialist in Bkk is: https://www.health-tourism.com/staffperson.aspx?b=13&sp=15513

 

He can be seen at Bangkok Hospital, Bangkok Christian hospital or Siriraj

 

https://bch.in.th/en/doctor-th-4/doctor-en-10/item/596-ent12.html

 

https://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php/en/find-a-doctor/doctor-profile/?id=423&doctor=Dr._APICHART_PISARNPONG

 

 

 

 

[Wanderer555]

On 6/6/2018 at 1:40 PM, Sheryl said:

Best  Parkinson  specialist in Bkk is: https://www.health-tourism.com/staffperson.aspx?b=13&sp=15513

 

He can be seen at Bangkok Hospital, Bangkok Christian hospital or Siriraj

 

https://bch.in.th/en/doctor-th-4/doctor-en-10/item/596-ent12.html

 

https://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php/en/find-a-doctor/doctor-profile/?id=423&doctor=Dr._APICHART_PISARNPONG

 

 

 

 

Just seeing this post, and thank you very much for the information. 
I will contact his office.
Cheeers