Tramadol
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Ultram; Ultracet (w/ Acetaminophen)
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 #
My Four Months On It..., by angelsigh
Third Time’s a Charm, by Anonymous
Beaten by It, by bleeding.leader
The Withdrawal Savior, by Mike
Unscheduled Opiate, by Horse Doc 
OFF-SITE RESOURCES
SECONDARY RESOURCES #
Ultram Prescribing Info (PDF)