Tramadol withdrawal

today is day 4 of withdrawal from Dr prescribed 50mg tramadol. I was taking 300-400 mg daily for 2 months for pain post bad hysterectomy a year ago. I just discovered drug dependency a couple of weeks ago when I quit taking the drug for a day due to no pain. I had the worst night of my life and got relief almost immediately after taking the drug again. I have taken hydrophone, codeine, Vicodin, and others post surgery as the Dr recommended and have never had a problem with addiction. I can't believe how fast I became dependent on Tramadol especially after Dr said that it is a non-narcotic, non-addictive drug for around the clock chronic pain. Pharmacy and Dr denied filling my prescription when I had exceeded the amount initially prescribed. Dr said that there should not be any withdrawal. Thankful that I have a nurse friend who has given me Xanax to moderate withdrawal and help me sleep. Today has been a tough day. My symptoms have actually became more severe and kidneys are giving me problems? Can anyone offer any suggestions?

[vicki595]

Hey!!   What's with your kidneys??  Explain please and call that doctor back and tell him what's happening and that you want to taper this med. You shouldn't have to feel like this...

[my_mayberry]

thats stupid. i mean....sure there is some patient responsibility here, but i think he should have at least filled it for say a 1 week supply.

tramadol can be a tough one to stop.