Thank you for the repy! I think that I'm going to start back on the "IC Diet" (diet to help control bladder pain) and then start tapering. Right now, when I skip a dose, I just have some bladder discomfort and frequency...but it's enough to bother me. I'll probably start gradually decreasing the dose.
Anyone NOT have any side effects from discontinuing a low dose?
Withdrawal varies a lot from person to person, but given the low dose, you'll probably get out a little easier than I did - however, you have been taking them for quite a while. It will be uncomfortable, there's no doubt about that - but if you do have the discipline to wean off of them that is your best route.
Tramadol is the worst - at least it was for me. But TOTALLY doable to get off of them and live a normal life. Good luck to you! And congrats for wanting to quit. Feel free to message me if you want any suggestions for getting through those early days - I'm happy to share.