Tramadol
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Ultram; Tramal; Ultracet (w/ Acetaminophen/paracetamol)
EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION
Non-opiate Synthetic Analgesic
CHEMICAL NAME
trans-(+/-)-2-[(dimethylamino)methyl]-1-(3-methoxyphenyl) cyclohexanol
DESCRIPTION
Tramadol is a quasi-narcotic analgesic used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is a synthetic analog of codeine, but has a low binding affinity to the mu-opioid receptors. It has been prescribed off-label for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy and restless leg syndrome.
EXPERIENCES #
Tramadol Trials Out of Boredom, by DevilDoc
An Opioid World, by J.C.
The Rundown , by The Flop
I Am an Addict, by normalwoman
Ultram vs. Percocet. Tennis Ball Wins, by sunuvuglitch
OFF-SITE RESOURCES
SECONDARY RESOURCES #
Ultram Prescribing Info (PDF)