Tramadol Dependency?

[badshadow]

My Dr. started me on Tramadol about 2 months ago because of Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia.  It seemed to be working really well, I felt alot better than I have in a long time.

About 10 Days ago, I thought that since I was feeling so much better that I didn't need to be taking it on a regular basis so I skipped a dose one night.  I've only taken this medication as prescribed, but that one night where I skipped the dose, I woke up the next morning feeling very ill.  I took my dose that morning and I have an appointment coming up soon with my Dr., so I'll discuss it with her, but she had said this medication was not addictive.

I decided to look on-line today for more information on Tramadol and I saw dozens of Websites, including this one, that addressed "Tramadol Addiction/Abuse."

I haven't abused it, but if it wasn't addictive, than why would I feel so ill after missing a dose?

Thanks for any info.

[badshadow]

Oh, sorry, forgive my bad manners, thank you everyone for the support.  It does help to know other people are going through and have gone through the same thing.

Best of luck 2 u also NorcBgone.

[badshadow]

I am such a baby.  I did'nt take more than my dose, 4 50mg/day.  My Dr. said it wasn't addictive.  I am an Addict, and I thought I had found a good Medication for my Arthritis/Figromyalgia.  I never wanted to take more than what was presribed for me.

It's only been 24 hours, but I've got all the Withdrawal Symptoms that goes along with any other Narcotic.

Which anyone who goes through Withdrawals knows what that is.

This is gettin on my nerves.

[NorcBgone]

I hope you hang in there - she seem to be doing well. I'm on day 2 from Norco and trying to stay motivated. I hope you have a good nights rest. Best of luck!

[worried878]

trams are habit forming..narcotic like and addictive...but 2 months is not long to become addicted even with a stronger narc unless u were taking an awful lot per day...or number one reason being having a prior issue with narcotic addiction?  dont take long if u r already an addict

[badshadow]

I do and I will.  Thanks.  I thought I was done with this WD thing.  I know it will only be a few days so I can hang.

[LeaAnn807]

Ok, this is normal.  Take some advil and sit in a bath with epsom salt in it if you have some.  That will help your aches.  Do you have a heating pad?  That probably saved me during WDs.