Tramadol

[@lyndapierson6338]

been taking 50mg 1-2xday for several years without side effects, no tolerance issue. no unnecessary euphoria for chronic back pain and osteoarthritis. it has been a blessing! however, i feel as if i am being 'scrutinized' whenever i go to the pharmacy. sad state of affairs.

[@iadorenewyork1]

I strongly relate to what you say. Since this medication has become a controlled substance, and with e overreactions on the part of the doctors, it’s gotten month by month, and the dosage was cut down, even though I have a serious pain condition.

[@mickhal1681]

Richard Skipper Wrong Richard I felt like shit Had severe depression Only tramadol helped I don’t believe getting off them is worse than depression I went through I do control them though Stick to max 50 mg when I take it 3-4 days a week

[@briang8766]

@@mickhal1681 tramadol aka scamadol is a shit medication that works slightly less than a placebo. I have osteoarthritis in my cervical as well as occipital neuralgia & tramadol does literally nothing for me. As in ZERO relief!

[@princesspeachy8843]

Lynda Pierson Same for me, it has helped my fibromialgia pain for years. Without it, it's difficult to get out of bed and get things done.

[@mickhal1681]

Bryan G Relief I’m not sure But for depression and mental issues It works great

[@BalkanDeputy]

He passed away at age 73, on March 11, 2022.

[@rsattahip]

Legalize drugs for adults who want them. The paternal behavior of doctors is annoying.

[@CaliforniaColeman]

Amen

[@gmoritz71last52]

ditto ( squared )

[@allgunsblazed9106]

Absolutely

[@Davids-kt8sh]

Its only thing that can help society about safer supply take alot of the money away from gangs and hope less violence or keep fighting drug ban try it for 5 years cause it always got worse wen a drug baned like spice canibionoids in shop was OK then banned next batch people droping from few pulls 50 times stronger worse problem than we banned

[@jaapmat]

What amazes me most about this man is not his knowledge, but that he is expresses it in such a succinct yet thorough way ALL IN A SINGLE TAKE. Amazing. RIP.

[@katswart1302]

I agree, he was amazing, his depth and breadth of knowledge, such an interesting and curious mind, I was so sorry to hear he is no longer on earth. Love his videos and watch them again and again.

[@Raymond-v1x]

Tramadol is the Worst pain killer I ever had. Low dose hydrocodone is Great for pain. If your on a 10 then you and r need to talk.all those SSRI + is Hurting people's liver enzyme but my choice is Norco 5 and you and doctor talk about going up........DONT BE CONTROLLED

[@eleusis7778]

BEST info on KZbin on the subject. Thank you doc.

[@jameswood1628]

Just stumbled on this video. What a brilliant orator. Could listen to him all day!

[@yumifl.5133]

Same, he is highly intelligent and also extremely personable.

[@lindamastropietro4429]

We need doctors like him. We will have to wait and see if we find another doctor like him. He is so intelligent it’s crazy.

[@lindamastropietro4429]

We need doctors like him. We will have to wait and see if we find another doctor like him. He is so intelligent it’s crazy.

[@no2thenwo737]

I have bi-lateral lumbar stenosis, two herniated discs, etc, and only tramadol works for me. Five years using this and no side effects. God bless the person who developed this life saving medication.

[@andrzejostrowski1000]

Psychiatra, u którego byłem na wizycie powiedział mi: "odstaw to gówno bo to trzepie mózg jak heroina" Odstawiłem, chociaż ciężko było... 😢

[@rightnow4450]

Miracle for disc pain and neuropathy as well as depression. It should be free to those in pain and severely depressed people.

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

It cured my depression at a low dose. By accident as I take it for pain originally. Got to keep the dose low though to avoid problems

[@2a3ylin]

@@johnnydiamondsmusic1673it “cured” you huh? stop taking it and well see… i went trough hellish withdrawals

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

I went on Tramadol originally 400mg a day for back pain which is permanent. I only take 2-300mg a day now. No side effects. I used to get depressed now it’s all gone and it’s improved my quality of life massively.

[@Tim_floresta]

Hi Johnny, are you still taking it for depression? And still keep the low dose ?

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

@@Tim_floresta yes. 2 x50mg in morning and 2 at night. Feel fine no side effects. Back rarely bothers me if I’m careful. I do notice if I don’t take them I get emotional depressed over silly things and mild withdrawal. Certainly cured my depression so all things considered it’s good for me. I’m a musician and creative person so can’t do that feeling down all the time.

[@johnnydiamondsmusic1673]

Having said that this drug must never be used for effect or recreationally. And I think certain people are definitely having problems with it if taken at doses higher than 200 mg a day. If you take the maximum of 400 mg for an extended period you are defy risking problems. And the high feeling goes even on the maximum dose after a period of time. So that’s where the problem lies. And withdrawal after getting used to 400 a day in bad. That’s why I adjusted down to 200.

[@darrellmay4502]

Thanks for youe Honesty and Truth about it.

[@rjoehidalgo]

The Healthcare system needs to use more common sense…young people take pain meds to get high…us older folks use pain meds to REDUCE PAIN!!! Geez Louise!!

[@davideagin5321]

I was given tramadol for chronic pain associated with an auto-immune disorder. This was in 2006. It produced a high no different from Oxycontin or Hydrocodone (I know, I have taken both before). I developed a crippling addiction that lasted for 5 years. I was being pumped full of these pills because the doctors told me, "It's not scheduled and not addictive, everything is okay." To this day, I'll never feel the pleasure in anything the way I felt when I was on tramadol. 10 years later, my experience with the drug still makes everything in life seem drab and boring. Anyone who acts like this drug isn't like all the other powerful and addictive pain medications simply has not tried it.

[@realismartinez001]

This drug has destroyed my family ever since my wife started abusing it, is so scaring seen her going through seizures

[@gearoftones8585]

That's my biggest fear of coming off of it, that I won't ever feel this happy again

[@karllandegren9727]

I have tried them all. It's not. Stop spreading propaganda please. What you can say is that Tramadol is a particularly nefarious drug since it also works as an anti-depressant, which makes the withdrawal hell. I know, as I've been through it many times. I will even agree with you that Tramadol can be worse to come off than heroin. But it simply is not as strong as oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, heroin etc. It can't be, since the dose you have to take to get the same high will inevitably give you a seizure. Again, Tramadol can be hell, but it isn't as strong as many other opiates and opioids.

[@TaylorStJohn-fp9zs]

I agree with you 100%. I actually found tramadol to be more euphoric and addictive than all the other pharmaceutical opiates and opioids I have taken. Well, I guess tramadol is technically a serotonin-norepinephrine re-uptake inhibitor, but its main metabolite is an opioid. Kratom, tramadol, and gabapentin were a trifecta for me for several years, and together they sucked the life out of me. I am now on Suboxone, and it has truly saved my life! I might be on it forever...perhaps not. You mentioned the inability to feel pleasure after your experience. In many cases, this will resolve itself with time and abstinence, but in some cases, it never does. Suboxone fills my opioid receptors so I remain free of withdrawal symptoms, but more importantly, it has 100% eliminated all cravings. I barely even think about substances of abuse anymore. Of course, Suboxone is very controversial and is not for everyone. That's why I initially used kratom as a means of "curing" my addiction(s), but in the end, I just wound up developing a $20,000 a year kratom addiction. I tried living life without it, but the amount of sobriety never seemed to matter. My brain was always spinning and in a constant state of restlessness. Life was so boring and bleak that I even considered ending it all. I am blessed to say I have been free of that headspace and lifestyle for over a year now. Tramadol addiction does exist and is a real problem for many. It's just that the more powerful opioids such as fentanyl and oxycodone overshadow this reality.

[@treefrog123a]

why did you beleive others and not yourself? Why do you treat them as Gods of your body? use common sence! God given intelligence!

[@virginiacontreras4600]

As a recovering addict I was prescribed Tramadol as a non Narcotic alternative for pain. I was so hooked and being an addict I couldn’t stop taking high dosages I began to have seizures. I literally had to go into a detox facility and retreat myself for Tramadol. I have 6 months off finally and I’m free!

[@sheilamorgan3845]

The package use to say if you were addicted to hydrocodone or oxycodone you should not take Tramadol. That was when it first came out is what it said. Don't know about now.

[@sheilamorgan3845]

@Michelle For me water worked as well as Tramadol did. I don't know anyone Tramadol work for. Many drs refused to give Tramadol for that reason. I am glad you are off and standing firm. Good luck.

[@sheilamorgan3845]

If you were addicted to hydrocodone or oxycodone you were not suppose to be taking Tramadol. That was on the paperwork you get with your prescriptions when they first started giving Tramadol. They gave me Tramadol. Water worked as well as Tramadol did. It never made me high or touched my pain. I do not know anyone it worked for. Many people refused Tramadol and took over the counter meds. They worked better. But Congrats on your being off of Tramadol. I wish you well.

[@ethancowart6765]

How much tramadol were you taking??? For the seizures to start

[@amadujalloh6406]

Can you tell me how to stop the addiction please

[@donnaporter1812]

Since I had PTS depression.. my life was kind of disabled. It came upon me very often . Including panic attacks. I’ve been on this for 12 yrs. not one panic attack!! It’s like a happy pill. ( not much good for pain) so happy kills depression and the fear of it!! I’ve been given my life back . I’m full on positive that this should be left alone. I’m sorry people abuse it. But I have a good knowledgeable Docter.. and he monitors me. Every 3 months. There has never been a problem. Ok . Even if it’s addictive.. it’s far better than uptakers.. which are useless make you fat. Blah. I don’t find withdrawals as much. Here. My original condition returns. And not feeling PTS and Panic for yrs. it a shock! But it reminds me we’re I was trying to live . And these saved me. Medically speaking . Of course..

[@LBJTV]

That intro brought me back to the 80s

[@RhysPitman94]

a great thowback to a cheesier time

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Eighties was much better than today.

[@lilybond6485]

So true. Ha.

[@Sadclown72]

Reminds me of the opening to John C. Reilly as Dr Steve Brule on Tim and Eric show on adult swim on cartoon network

[@Jason-sb2zh]

"I want a new drug One that won't make me sick One that won't make me crash my car Or make me feel three feet thick"

[@armandocontreras8114]

Kratom

[@donnavickers6058]

CBD works great for my arthritic pain. I was scripted Tramadol for a hand accident and YUCK. Never again! I cannot tolerate SSRIs so now I know why Tramadol made me feel "weird". It was like the worst "trip" I'd ever taken, complete with teeth gnashing and constantly looking at clock hoping for the time it would wear off.

[@gregimages1]

I was given tramadol for home use after abdominal surgery. It was ineffective for the pain and had bad psychological side effects which resulted in a suicide attempt. Don't mess with this stuff. Its interesting that the drug company did its own investigation into safety.

[@mc127636]

Facts and data well presented and easily digested. Good job again doc.

[@kylewagner78]

He says it's not good for neuropathy, but for me it has been a game changer. I tried the Gabapentin (I did not respond to it, nor at the highest dose) I tried Lyrica which is just as dangerous and new- it works but puts me to sleep at all hours of the day so I couldn't do that. So then I just tried OTC medicines- some in dangerous high doses- my doctor said enough and put me on Tramadol. I've been on it long-term and I am able to function brings the neuropathy pain down to a barrable level. I weigh the pros and cons- and more pros than cons. I am sure withdrawal would be hell like any other antidepressant, or pain relief medicine it should be done thoughtfully under the direction of a Doctor.

[@Mistersmiler]

Great stuff, Like someone else said, God bless the person who developed this med.

[@swiitchy511]

Gave me terrible depression after quitting several days use in a row. Definitely affects mental clarity and is still addictive.

[@michaelsteven1090]

I took it for 2 years "ilegally" for depression..The withdrawals coming off were HELL..don't underestimate what you will have to go through.

[@kevinlenyatsa3648]

What were you feeling?

[@trishsmithdebrett4447]

Kevin Lenyatsa you feel intense flu aches and pains ; restless legs ; sickness and diarrhea it’s one of the worst things to withdraw from , I went from 15-20 50ml capsules a day to now , 3 a day and I’ve literally been to hell and back 😔

[@frankwhitezreviews]

You're exactly right Michael Steven it's a horrible as well synethic opioids

[@jbr84tx]

@@trishsmithdebrett4447 The use of this drug should never exceed 300 mg/day. You were taking 750-1.000mg per day. No wonder you had severe withdrawals.

[@jbr84tx]

Had to edit that - too many zeros. Still, too high a dose.

[@carolehayden8566]

Genius. Subscribed. You are my go-to doctor for knowledge of things medical!

[@nielsvanbelleghem3796]

This has been an eye opener, time to stop and start a schedule. Been using this for 8 years for my spine pathology...... And here in Europe it costs nothing...

[@abandonbelief]

I remember waking up to dr ken landow on sunday mornings. Amazing video.

[@elite_lurker7589]

Yeah, when you try getting off it you’ll have terrible headaches, stomach aches, muscle aches, changes in blood pressure and insomnia.

[@restorebaphomet]

aswell as severe diarrhea

[@restorebaphomet]

@vladimirbaeza5245tramadol is actually a weak opioid and an snri so it’s as bad as ssri’s withdrawals

[@karenmiranda7587]

It has benefits to my anxiety and depression without altering anything mentally along with a low dose of clonazepam. I feel it gets too stigmatized. I also have chronic pain and they used to have me on a million (no opioid) pills that was way worse for my liver and never help for over a year and a half of taking them along with invasive procedures, acupuncture, massages, physical therapy, etc. I’m still in horrid pain so I stopped taking all those pills for good, yet they won’t prescribe me the Tramadol which helps and makes me feel normal....

[@nondoctor]

That was a very concise explanation of the drug. Thank you. I have bad back issues, and Tylenol 3 is not so good for me because the caffeine is like crazy speed in my body. Generally opioids make me throw up, and so Tramadol is the only painkiller I any find comfort from. Yes, I get a bit high on it, but I don't appear to have that addictive gene. I just bought some Tramaadol in Mexico for very little money, tried it out, and it certainly works, BUT, I don't feel the need to take any more of it.

[@tc7782]

Righhht that's why you're here? 😆 Hey man nothing to be ashamed of mate Chronic pain sucks.

[@calliew311]

Caffeine in Tylenol 3? Idk about that. I know some people get an energy feeling when taking opiates, and I heard another doc on here say that's not a normal reaction, and if that's how your body is reacting, you will probably be more likely to be addicted. Because opiates make MOST people dopey or tired. Tramadol didn't work for me, it made me feel funny and sick, not high. But if I were you, I'd just ask your doc for it instead of the Tylenol 3. Because buying from Mexico is prob not a good idea, I mean the risk of brining it back over the border. Idk.

[@larryc1964]

Do you need a prescription in Mexico for tram? I have heard of Mexican doctors prescribing for Americans there though. Just give them couple dollars

[@nondoctor]

@@larryc1964 It’s over the counter there as far as I experienced.

[@nondoctor]

@@calliew311 www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/fdb0889 Yeah, that combo was pretty common in Canada, I wasn’t making it up. I don’t drink coffee, so….

[@AlbertFrederickLarun]

This doctor is very experienced--very interesting.

[@Nibbz23]

Having tried both tramadol & hydrocodone, Tylenol-3 etc I can unequivocally attest to the fact that tramadol is worthless for pain management. Now the susceptibility to addition is a whole different topic.

[@indigenous31617]

It works well for me. j.s.

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

You're an addict trying to con people.

[@ZacharyBittner]

Everyone's body is different. I don't react very much to thinks like percocet or Tylenol 3 but tramadol does help me.

[@Kelly-sl6vz]

Originally, I took this medicine back between somewhere between 2014 and 2016, for about six months, and when I realized I didn’t need it anymore I threw it away. I didn’t have any side effects. Started taking it in 2022 and I’ve tried to get off of it just to see how my back would do with the pain, and I have terrible side effects that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy, if I had enemies! I don’t understand what the difference is, I think they messed around with the chemicals in the pills because I didn’t have this problem in the early 20s or mid 20s like I am now. That’s 2 50mgs three times a day. I’ve tried getting off the medicine several times, and I get very depressed, lethargic, and I have this weird brain zapping crap going on. I did not have that when I originally started taking the medicine many years ago.

[@napoleonblownapart8155]

I was prescribed tramadol for a sinus infection, for pain obviously. Didn't do a whole lot for my pain. I gave me the most vivid and crazy dreams I've ever had in my life. So vivid I remember the dreams.

[@davidharvey8812]

Sir, you are an absolute genius

[@jamesjirik]

I had a prescription from the doctor for several years from chronic pain I get flareups in my back. They took me off that and I called my world problems and they won’t put me back on it even though I only took a small amount it’s pretty sad. It really helped me I didn’t need to take more.

[@Eldor-117]

My withdrawal symptoms, for me, only include insomnia at nights and profuse sweating during the day, i mean it really helps with my depression and anxiety. I really dont see any concerning problems in using it besides the fast increase in tolerance.

[@konne16]

Try wim hof method, and do regular ice baths.... trust me.... cold showers 3 times a day😉

[@Mark_Ocain]

I found tramadol good for moderate pain in that it induced sufficient indifference to it. It did feel a little 'speedie' though and that was unpleasant. I would like to see a breakdown on tapentadol hydrochloride which has contention surrounding it as well.

[@ZacharyBittner]

Drug classroom does a good video about that

[@robertbritton7556]

Thanks for the show 🇺🇸 God bless America and our Veterans 🇺🇸 Donations help the show 🇺🇸

[@Ruckduck72]

10 years of it now it’s the only thing that helps with my fibromyalgia and back pain

[@richardfowler9901]

Severe arthritis works well

[@DANIEL93121]

I have fibromyalgia last 3 years and 50 mg daily helps me good . But I am not a addictive person I don’t drink, no drugs so it helps

[@pg6946]

It all depends how well you convert it in the liver

[@lightning9279]

I use it for a bad hip. But it also takes away my bad allergy symptoms within 40 minutes of use. I get off it every couple of months to stop any addiction. I would be in a world of hurt w/o it. Like someone else said, God bless the person who developed this med.

[@dennis8998]

Back in 90s I took this drug for about 3 years for back and neck pain. As a side effect my temper grew very short, I was easily agitated. I stopped taking it and my normal temperament quickly returned and had no withdrawal symptoms. I guess I was very lucky. What should we take for chronic pain???

[@sarajevsky]

Dexketoprofen.

[@AP-nx6xo]

Cymbalta is excellent for pain. It’s an SNRI antidepressant. Start low 30 mg. It took my sciatic pain away immediately but I found it made me too tired but everyone is different. I do physio every 2nd day because I can’t tolerate meds. I can’t stay awake I don’t pay for physio. I went a few times to get the exercises I needed and now I just do them every day or second day

[@X-FILESCHILE]

Had no problems with this drug either...it is great for depression and anxiety

[@MichaelGustavsonArchitect]

If Tramadol is bad, then what is the alternative?

[@donnaporter1812]

I’ve been taking it for 15 yrs. other uptakers did not work. Dry mouth jitters. But with tramadol. I have a life.. they won’t prescribe it now. I’m 75. Do you really think it matters. Withdrawals could be dangerous for me. Filter who may not be good risks. It’s only thing that works for me. I’ve tried many.. almost dying once from Amatripaline .. reaction. Could not breathe . What do u suggest ..

[@alienprepper5918]

Try kratom.

[@hazyeyes333]

You are an awesome Doctor / Pharmacologist. You seem to know each medication as if the info was all listed on the back of your hand. True info** on the drugs side affects, strengths, weaknesses, contraindications, etc. I really do appreciate your research behind the manufacturing and studies with each drug regarding FDA approval and independent studies. I trust your opinion and highly recommend others to watch your videos when they have questions about any drug. Thanks Doc!

[@ChristianMohammedCohen]

Funny I just about said the same! 👍

[@BG-oj6zt]

Can you suggest a better alternative for lower back pain ? I only use this drug as needed not regularly and rarely go above 150mg a day.

[@lovepeace8918]

Tapentadol is good to replace tramadol if you need higher strength pain management, but before you ask for that, try going to get massages and physical therapy and stretching. Or you may try to take a tylenol with your tramadol and that will make it more effective, but only do so when your pain is worse, and then when your pain levels lower, then you must cut down on tramadol a little. Also do not listen to this quack alarmist skin Doc, he treats acne only, and is not qualified to treat pain or depression, so he is way out of his jurisdiction to be ranting and whining about this subject.

[@BG-oj6zt]

@@lovepeace8918 thanks for the information never heard of this drug you've mentioned, don't really need anything stronger than tramadol just worried about side effects but as you have said this guy probably isn't qualified. Ye I do find exercise and streaching to be very beneficial.

[@kumarp4858]

tramadol is anti depression drug, because it makes your mind lazy and relax so your mind skip to think the reality, you feel happy after using trama, because it stop your mind working abnormally according to normal people. I have take 300-400mg tramadol a day for nearly 2 years after my severe accident. but the pain still there but your mind doesn't feel just because of tramadol, am trying to completely stop tramadol now.

[@kumarp4858]

B G.. I tell you bro for lower back pain start doing planks if possible. ask physiotherapist. 150mg not gonna help, i was taking 400-500mg a day after breaking my lumber spinal in accident, pills were fine to start with but believe me do go physiotherapist, swim float in water, planks, some exercise a day if possible with your body conditions, you can thank me after 6 weeks. get rid of tramadol. it's playing with your mind not stopping your back pain, ask your GP celecoxib instead if you really want pill

[@karllandegren9727]

@@BG-oj6zt Oi mate, I've found both tramadol and tapentadol usefull in their own ways. IMO, you should try a low-to-medium dose of Tapentadol, as I and many others have found it way better than Tramadol for medium-to-strong pain management. Not as many side effect from Tapentadol either, and usually it's cheaper as well.

[@simonduvall1102]

Got tramadol and codeine w/acetaminophen at the same time; 20 each. Tramadol didn’t do shit for the pain, codeine at least dulled the pain. Curious as to the SSRI/SRNI effect: did seem to lift me out of deep depression, but also seemed to spiral me into one 🤔

[@ZacharyBittner]

It's an snri. Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. SSRI are selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors. Tramadol is an SNRI. The common snri's are Gabapentin, Cymbalta, and Lyrica. You can talk to your doctors about them. From people I know who suffer from depression, they seem to prefer snri over the ssri. Snri's do have withdrawals though (not addictive, but you'll feel sick as hell if you miss a dose) so if you take them, make sure you take them everyday at the same time.

[@AP-nx6xo]

Cymbalta is excellent for pain at 30 mg. It made me sleepy. I need more energy than that so I do Physio instead for sciatic pain. But Cymbalta is a huge success. It is an antidepressant SNRI

[@bramsanjanssan4908]

I got prescribed it once at the emergency room, in the aftermath of a hap-hazard root-canal of a terrible tooth and facial abscess. It worked against the pain, which was amazing. But my body felt uncomfortable and I just couldn't sleep right. I won't be taking this unless there are no other options.

[@Prince_Unknown1]

I just got prescribed tramadol hcl 37.5mg + paracetamol 325mg, they both in 1 tablet form...I had severe ankle and knee pain and took 1 tablet and it relieved a lot of the pain...am I safe to take this without having withdrawals

[@GoogleUser-yj1wy]

How did u get on with that pill?

[@Prince_Unknown1]

@GoogleUser-yj1wy It gives a feeling like I'm high in a very weird way...I do not like that feeling. I took it twice and stopped. I still have a full pack left. That was 2 years ago. Now I know why they're so strict with this med where I am. Not everyone can get their hands on it cause it can be abused to get high.

[@shazinaperveen8230]

How can we get rid of tramadol injection

[@shazinaperveen8230]

Hi doc my czn is the addicted of this medicine and he takes and sleep and sometime he became unconsious how he can stop or get red of this medicine

[@boraborabob1]

How about a video from someone on how to handle chronic pain in an 80 year old. Instead of telling us all how bad the cures are. Just a few years ago I was active, ping pong, long walks, sailing, golf, etc. After getting off all opioids due to the govt and people like you I can sit around and watch tv all day and die faster due to lack of exercise and diet. If you are going to say don't do this , also give a suggestion on what to do to enjoy your last years on the planet.

[@63frogsinahat84]

try kratom

[@Mistersmiler]

Totally agree with Yr comments

[@pamjames2161]

People who live in acute pain are in deep shit! Where do you go to get off this crap when you are older and do live in severe pain?

[@KylesBodyandBraintips]

Love this medicine!!!! The best painkiller and antidepressant on the planet or at least one of them !!!!

[@Wherever-9]

I've suffered with treatment resistant depression for 30 years. Tried every antidepressant there is & nothing worked at all - even tried ECT and that didn't help. The only thing that ever helped my severe depression is tramadol. However since it became a controlled substance about 13 years ago I've been unable to get it prescribed. I was only on a once a day 200mg time released tablet years ago and it was the only thing that ever lifted my crippling depression. But since it became a controlled substance I can't get it prescribed. I've been suffering with the treatment resistant depression ever since. Tramadol is a good & safe medication & it's a shame it gets such a bad rap. Imagine suffering with severe depression & being denied the only med that ever worked. It's a travesty because tramadol is effective for treatment resistant depression. You're totally correct with your comment because it does help with depression. I don't do drugs or even smoke marijuana yet I can't get the only med (tramadol) that even works for my depression. No it's not some hardcore opiate as this Dr on here tries to make it out to be. Technically it's not even a narcotic. You're very lucky that you're able to get it because major depression is debilitating.!!

[@ronalddonner3396]

Still isn't a good option for people who are depressed and in chronic pain who are taking both an anti-depressant and an opiod in any case?

[@lennyluzitano8920]

Thank you doctor.... Tramadol... caused..massive heart palpitations...I"m...down to zero mg today....I want my life back...

[@Brian-nl1ok]

I’m not asking you what you’re paying for the units, I was wondering what the cost difference was between the 4… Navien versus Lochinvar vs Bosch or Rinnia BTW I never hear you mention Rinnia is that because it’s unavailable in your area? Or is it just the inferior product?

[@hassaanrauf4349]

Doesn't tramadol get metabolized in the liver into o desmethyltramadol? i don't see why it would be more effective orally

[@johnmarcisofsky9807]

Obviously I have no pain receptors for Tramadol has no analgesic effects for me, zilch! I'm envious of those of you who find relief in this placebo.

[@gammonhound]

I have spinal stenosis and degenerative disc what medication would you suggest instead ?

[@CrimsonHelldrake]

I fuckin love tramadol, I been takin it every day for a good 9 years or so & never had a problem.

[@luispocito165]

Didn't you ever feel nervous, irritated, or have sleep problems?

[@J-sonn]

Yeah junky

[@sierrajuliet7759]

Horseshit! The least risky pain killer/ anti depressant of all.... This sadist is the type that refuses a dental patient another shot then the drill hits the nerve. The patient jumps up from his chair, knocks him out cold, and runs out the door. Karma runs over dogma.

[@jorgecarrejo]

How does one stop the itching causes by this drug? It's annoying as hell..

[@sherenhasan8313]

I am off tramadol since 8 days now and I am trying to Live again without this shitty pill . and I will not prisoner of this drug any more

[@theseattlegreen1871]

Can you take tramadol if you're going through Oxycodone withdrawal?

[@alienprepper5918]

It prolly would be strong enough to provide full relief. I took kratom..its the lesser of all the evils.

[@commonlyknownasali6956]

i wonder if this Doctor is taking any substance his seems abit out of it and very Talkative.

[@darthdennis6681]

And pay attention to that jaw action...hmmmm

[@Frankincense_]

Very informative. Thankyou for making your videos. ❣✌ This drug was the only thing to stop severe teeth pain. Just sent you an email. Hope you can respond.

[@ebikeoutdoors]

Very good information nice one doc

[@robfogg7459]

Longest intro I’ve ever known was starting to think there was no video

[@estherlouisamay]

When I've had surgery in the past I usually will ask for Tramadol I usually take it for half a week then ween off and usually have leftover for another time and it comes in handy when I pass kidney stones as the other pain medications don't do much for me.

[@ChristianMohammedCohen]

V Ery interesting Sir! You seem to really know your subject and there is a ton of information! I fwd the link to my surgeon in Paris France!... 👍

[@cypma3942]

I have nervpain in the back and in my leg and foot...i huse Tramadol 37,5mg/Paracetamol Krka 325mg.....but it does not work.

[@DeviantMotives]

Wow, I wish I could get some of this relief I’m hearing from others. To me tramadol doesn’t even help a headache 🤕 I believe I don’t have that enzyme

[@claire664]

I'm the same and agree with wat u said I wish I could get relief from it

[@debrarouselle9761]

Never had any side effects. Lowered the dose from 6 a day to three. Doesn’t take the pain away but helps.

[@ilijaprskalo1823]

with tramadol opiates adict efectivly stop heroin and methadone withdrawal

[@MrAdamk66usa]

I like this guy..he know his stuff.

[@MikeyBAAZ]

REST IN PEACE DR HE HELPED A LOT OF PEOPLE

[@chriswilson8062]

I've been on it for 11 years. I can't get off 😔

[@martinurrea4923]

Mee too But i have anxiety and back pain It changed everything but when tou dont get your daily dose You suffer !

[@lizlopez5945]

Yes , it is possible! G-D can help you if you ask Him . He will give you the strength. I have been off for 5 days . I’m here if you have any questions, at your service .

[@rafaelmorales5159]

Consider it as taking coffee daily

[@mp-uy9sv]

you need to wean off with other drugs. like codeine, sleeping tablets, antidepressants , takes 1 to 2 weeks to get rid of the strong body withdrawals , then 1 to 6 months to get rid of the mental withdrawals.

[@Sargassian]

wellnowdoctor , hey doc.. you couldnt prescribe me a box..? my back is killing me here..

[@AP-nx6xo]

Why can’t the drs prescribe tramadol for people who have treatment resistant depression A controlled amount per day ? It is all what society in general feels is acceptable. Maybe the drs would get in trouble prescribing tramadol for depression. Is that why ? It’s all so screwed up

[@rightnow4450]

What about painful constipation?

[@sarajevsky]

Try to change food habits. More cereals, less meat and bread. In the Morning, first drink glass of clear( not cold water), eat something fresh, yoghurt, and take a cup of fine coffee. Eat few plums and apple before bedtime. Second try, get bottle of Lactulose syrup, which Is actually mild sugar complex. Two table spoons should work, taken half hour before breakfast, or before bedtime. Use it max 1-2 times weekly. Third : Bisacodyl ( Dulcolax) 5 mg pills before bedtime. Morning ,first glass of water, than breakfast. Take your Tramadol pills between meals, with 2,5 dl water. In case of hard constipation, put one Bisacodyl( Dulcolax) supository 10 mg deep in rectum, drink chamomile tea with sugar and rest 5-10 minuts. After "Job", drink water and eat cereals as first. Tramadol Is excellent painkiller and antidepressant , used in right individual doses. Used with caution, can be taken for years without problems. Main things: Dietary rules, doses adjustment and avoiding stress situations( arguing, yelling etc). Dont drink too much coffee on Tramadol. Tramadol also increases tobacco smoking;). If it doesnt work in one hour

[@sediiy]

does tramadol help with anxiety and fast heart rate?

[@WhySilverWhyNow]

Yes, both. At low doses.

[@alienprepper5918]

Try some kratom.

[@TitanicExpertJamesGrass]

No it's a opioid. Get Xanax what I take it's the strongest anti anxiety medication

[@jamesmcorby1697]

Good solid advice

[@chrishowell5491]

People physiologically can be so different and Tramadol didn't seem to effect me as far as pain but makes me feel odd like to much antidepressant.

[@muhammadmursaleenalam9343]

Great review sir.

[@KylesBodyandBraintips]

Good video on tramadol man !! It may be a drug but still gets me out of bed !!!! And helps pain perceptions. To get around to help my family !!

[@kamranfrz5144]

Tramadol 225mq günə 5 əd atirdim atmiyanda qala bilmirdim baş ağrisi əzələ ağrisi qarin işləmə əsəbi olmaq halsizliq çox pis dərmandi...məndə skarlyozdan 15 ildi əziyyət çəkirəm 12 il atmişam tramadol..məndə epilepsiya yaradirdi çox pis dərmandi indide bədənim hələdə əziyyət çəkirəm

[@sidka8435]

Also drops r common for oral use in Europe.Very bad for skin,expecially on face.

[@darthdennis6681]

Im in Germany. Had the drops for about 6 years until my dr. decided to switch me to 200 mg tabs. I dont know which is worse...probably the drops.

[@sidka8435]

@Michelle Hello,i think it s nearly the same,if capsules r immediate ralease,not extended release .In that case one capsule is 50 mg, and 4 drops r also 50 mg.

[@trishsmithdebrett4447]

In 2021 I can buy 2 boxes of 60 capsules 50ml from the pharmacy without prescription...... in the uk they consider it to be a class A drug and it’s so difficult to get it prescription from the Dr .........🙈😳

[@KP-cc5mv]

Where Pakistan? I'm in Toronto you have to be prescribed it ughhh lol

[@alexisaac1554]

Please do a video on onfi clobazam

[@Jason-sb2zh]

ty for this research... subbed liked

[@BlakeJakes245]

It gave me no pain relief for my back pain, but gave me terrible nausea and daily migraines. My mum took it for cancer and she didn’t like it either.

[@larryc506]

I find tramadol to have zero effect on moderate to severe pain

[@stifledvoice]

Awful stuff tramadol. After two years of a pill a day I got watery eyes and blurred vision. Stopped it and symptoms went away. Now I take an occasional OTC naproxen and just rest.

[@ZacharyBittner]

Nsaids do nothing for me, but tramadol has been better then Cymbalta and other snri's they wanted to put me on.

[@reevaannbos1212]

Thank you I took myself off it . Still detoxing it is tuff

[@Yazzie101]

After a while on low dose one tan 50 mg day I started guy slowdown .. slow digestion .. acid reflux bad… not absorbing vitamins! I had to stop taking tramadol .. it’s a wonderful drug for fibromyalgia pain burning in muscles! Maybe I’ll be ok as needed low dose! I’ve put 40lbs in weight on with gut slowdown and took a while to figure out what was causing it! 🤷🏻‍♀️ It interacted with Cymbalta causing skipped heartbeat .. I’ve been itching thinking it’s MCAS but after a few days off the med my itching stopped! I was sleeping a huge amount with no desire to think.. I knew this was not like me .. it’s great for fibromyalgia.. I’m pretty upset as I know my burning muscle pain will return but I couldn’t continue! $19 for 90 with good RX discount.. it has different ingredients depending on manufacturer and this I had no control.. I would get severe headaches with some ! Why can’t these drugs be offered in topical form cream or patch.. less side effects! 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@theKaufmanTapes]

I took tramadol for 8 years for fibromyalgia and it was wonderful . . I used the 50 mil 2 in the morning and2 before dinner . . It took 8 years for my tolerance to go up. It works wonders for humans and animals. I did not drink , but do use ambien for sleep. Tramadol is a great medication. This guy is very negative!

[@lovepeace8918]

Yes its first line treatment for Fibromyalgia and does help, as does massage, stretching, meditation, prayers, and lowering your stress also diet to lower inflammation. Also this video was made by a dermatologist who is not qualified to speak on pain medications, as he only treats acne.

[@mickhal1681]

I agree Most likely paid to do this video For me I have depression Since tramadol 2 month ago I feel great 50 mg early morning 3-4 times a week I make sure I control it ♦️my saying Better addicted and happy Rather than Depression and evil thoughts without it Hey let’s face it Isn’t smoking addictive Alcohol Coffee Sex If I don’t have coffee or sex for days I go crazy 😊

[@kumarp4858]

@@mickhal1681 tramadol is anti depression drug, because it makes your mind lazy and relax so your mind skip to think the reality, you feel happy after using trama, because it stop your mind working abnormally according to normal people. I have take 300-400mg tramadol a day for nearly 2 years after my severe accident. but the pain still there but your mind doesn't feel just because of tramadol, am trying to completely stop tramadol now.

[@kumarp4858]

@@mickhal1681 well i need coffee everyday and sex 2 times a week, lol, you right there

[@luispocito165]

This doctor is indeed negative. He explains very well the adverse effects of medicines, but not the good ones! I spent a whole year, 365 days, in facial pain. It was shit. I tried acetaminopheb, iboprufen, then neurontin, lyrica, acupuncture, amitriptiline...to no effect. When at last I managed to persuade my doctor to prescribe tramadol to me, the pain disappeared in 15 minutes!!!! After 5 years on it, however, I started to feel ugly effects: nightmares, palpitations on waking up, irritability, and agitation. I would like to know the side effects IN THE LONG RUN, and above all, what to take instead of it, because I am terrified of returning to my original pain, which it seems to be neuropathic. No doctor has an anwer. I am Spanish.

[@4evaavfc]

I found Tramadol effective for acute pain but stopped taking it because it brought on panic attacks. I don't like it.

[@kevinlenyatsa3648]

For how long were you taking it & how many at a time?

[@4evaavfc]

​@@kevinlenyatsa3648 On and off for a year. It was a good pain killer for me. However the prescribed 60 mg caused the panic.

[@sanita7475]

I found that drug to be awful, could not slip, my legs hurting all night, my nerves very bad, I was depressed, It took the pain of my neck away but the side effects were horrible.

[@kamranfrz5144]

Tramadoı alladici ağri kəsicidi asilliq yaradir mən bu bəladan 15 ildi əziyyət çəkirəm

[@Rachel299]

It gives me a headache every time I use it. I take it for arthritis pain. I have taken just about every kind of pain medication (not abused). It’s very weak in my opinion. It’s nothing like oxycodone or Vicodin.

[@einnanabartey7375]

Can the pregnant women take the tramdol?

[@Ann_Expert]

No

[@Krystaa_Prz]

Someone please help me or explain to me if these are withdrawals which I'm sure it is but I want to hear it from someone else...... when I stop taking my tramadols I take 100mg everyday except for Sundays and when I don't take them. I feel cold nauseous like I dnt wanna do anything my body hurts. I can't sleep I wake up everyday at 3 4am, but I wake up in pain sweating and gagging alot..

[@bluemoon472]

Sounds like it.

[@eternity8811]

😮 Krystaa yes that's withdrawals. I have had the gagging/choking on phlegm when I woke up, it was really scary. I hope this situation has changed for you by now but I thought I'd reply anyway.

[@mortenvonsildskjde7847]

I have recently stumbled over a couple of articles in which it is claimed that tramadol (opioids in general) over time will damage the frontal lobe of the brain by breaking down gray and white matter. This in turn will lead to poor cognition. My source is The Brain and Behavior Foundation in NY. Thus, I am curious to know if any of you people here with a year-long history of opioid use still do as well at your jobs as you did prior to the opioid routine, or something that really cheers me up to hear, you do even better than before you started taking this drug. I am a bit worried myself as I am taking 50 mg tramadol a day 5-7 days a week.

[@Handleyman]

That’s not a high dosage. I take 50-100mg once or twice a week for severe headaches/migraines

[@mortenvonsildskjde7847]

@@Handleyman I assume you mean 50-100 mg everyday? For if not, then my dosage is higher. Or rather the total amount consumed a week, which is what I am a bit worried about

[@mortenvonsildskjde7847]

Thank your for your opinion (:

[@QUANTUM508]

Tramidol gives me severe constipation. If it wasn't for that it would be trouble free.

[@joventravis7151]

thanks doctor