Posted by shelliR on June 27, 2001, at 18:03:54
In reply to Re: Ultram and all of the above, posted by JD_online on June 27, 2001, at 16:21:33
> "Venlafaxine and tramadol are relatively new compounds indicated for the treatment of depression and pain, respectively. These agents share a number of molecular and pharmacological features that may allow for broader and overlapping therapeutic indications for both drugs. Additionally, certain patient populations with coexisting depression and pain syndromes could potentially be treated with a single agent."
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> Since I have a chronic pain condition and treatment resistant depression, I attempted to go on Effexor, but just could not tolerate the nausea, vomitting, and sleepiness--even at minute doses (tapered down to half of a 37.5 mg capsule and stayed there for 3 weeks!). I don't know if it would have worked, but it sure was an interesting/ hopeful concept.
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> JD_onlineHi JD
Thanks for that information. Did you ever try ultram for your pain, and if so, did it affect your depression? BTW, I could not even keep the tiniest bit of effexor down; my body outright rejected it.Shelli
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