ultram

snelson2121 · 08-19-2003, 02:45 PM

Hi! I had an injury to my neck and shoulder 2 years ago, and it was reinjured last year. I have had chronic pain ever since. The pain is in my left shoulder and front and side of my neck. (especially where the neck and shoulder meet) The Dr.s said the mri showed there was bulging in some of the disks in my neck, and that's about all they said. It was left untreated for a long time. (I don't think they believed me & thought I was drug seeking) If I had to guess I would say a severe strain or sprain, facsia damage, and or pinched nerve. I have been on Ultram and Neurontin for a couple of months and feel like I have my life back!!! I started P.T. a month ago but it doesn't seem to be helping too much so far. Also, I experienced all the side effects severely for the first 2 weeks, and now am physically dependant. (start to feel very sick if I don’t take it. I am afraid they will stop the meds after another couple of months. Any info about Ultram or the long-term use of it? God Bless you all!

mlgable · 08-19-2003, 08:13 PM

Cases of abuse and dependence on ULTRAM have been reported. ULTRAM should not be used in opioid-dependent patients. Since ULTRAM can reinitiate physical dependence, it is not recommended for patients with a tendency to drug abuse, a history of drug dependence, or chronically using opioids. All of this and the rest of the prescribing info is available at the Ultram website.
You nay want to consider seeing a chiropractor to see if he can help with your problems. Since the discs are causing you so much discomfort I am wondering why the doc hasn't considered surgery for you unless he doesn't think that will help.

gesine · 08-22-2003, 02:02 AM

I was on Ultram for awhile and I was told it was non-narcotic BUT may be habit forming... It didn't work on me so I stopped taking it.