Posted by brynb on July 25, 2012, at 20:14:16
In reply to Lou's warning-trampro, posted by Lou Pilder on July 25, 2012, at 19:31:01
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> Friends,
> It is written here,[...you can safely use Prozac...with..Tramadol...].
> These two chemicals together can have the potential to cause serotonin syndrome which can cause death. Also, the two together can induce siezures. If there is some citation one can post here to say otherwise, could you please post such?
> It is also posted here,[...a benzo..might be helpful...].
> My friends, a benzo can be addicting in a short time of use. There are case of just a few days of use causing addiction. BUt there is much more to this...
> LouLou,
You are correct, there is a risk of serotonin syndrome when using Tramadol with an AD, but it is very rare with low doses of Tramadol (and one would know immediately if this occurred, before it becomes life-threatening). While it certainly doesn't take the place of clinical studies, my pharmacists informed me that many people use Tramadol with ADs. I have been doing so for some time, and have been fine and found great relief.
And yes, Tramadol does lower the seizure threshold (on its own), but again, at low doses, it is very rare. Many psych drugs lower the seizure threshold, such as Wellbutrin. I have had seizures in the past, though never while on these meds. Using a benzo while withdrawing from Tramadol would in fact help prevent seizures. It is widely known that benzos are highly addictive, but if taken sparingly at low doses for no more than a month, they can be super helpful and the potential of addiction is much lower than when used for longer periods.
I've read many of your posts, Lou, and while it's admirable that you are clearly interested in helping people understand the dangers of psych meds, many of us simply haven't been able to do without them. I'm hoping someday soon I'll be able to, but for now, I try to educate myself as much as possible about mental illness, medications, the possible risks and alternative solutions. So far, for me, the benefits of these meds have outweighed the risks. I'm an educated consumer, and as such, I take responsibility for my health.
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