Posted by Sad Panda on August 29, 2004, at 12:05:26
In reply to Re: Effexor and Tramadol (Ultram) ....Mixing, posted by SLS on August 29, 2004, at 7:12:12
> > Hey Everyone,
> >
> > Sorry to post this again, but I cannot locate the prior post..
> >
> > Thanks Larry for responding....I was prescribed Ultram for foot surgery I recently had....i've been taking it for pain for about three days...I was just curious how long would I have to be on it before it caused Serotonin Syndrome??
> >
> > Thanks so much,
> > Violet
>
> Hi.
>
> It probably won't cause SS. Many people have combined Ultram with SSRIs. Of course, it is possible and is a legitimate concern, but I don't think the risk is that high.
>
>
> - Scott
>This is one of the rare occasions that I disagree with Scott. These two are very closely related & would also raise each others plasma levels. I would urge caution, or better still, get a different pain killer. Something with hydrocodone like Vicodin would be more suitable.
Cheers,
Panda.
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