DGC wrote:...including Tramodol, which is highly addictive and irritates the bladder.
I must be lucky not have an addictive personality as I've been using Tramadol (Ultram) for well over 2 years now and have dropped my dosage down from 250mg a day to 50mg with no side-effects or need to increase it. It also didn't cause any bladder irritation but the pity with these sorts of meds are that they can effect people so differently.
I've been using Tramadol (Ultram) for well over 2 years now and have dropped my dosage down from 250mg a day to 50mg with no side-effects or need to increase it.
I didn't see Tramadol in your sig's "what helps", Richard. Any other meds you're keeping from us?
Richard
Age: 39. | Onset Age: 30. Onset Date: January 2002. Symptoms (back then): Supra-pubic pain, back pain, urinary frequency, urgency and difficulty, weak stream, nocturia, (and variously) chronic fatigue, IBS. Current symptoms: more frequent than normal, but pretty much under control. Current amelioration: Xatral 10mg, Mirtazapine 30mg. | Worsened By: Stress, binge drinking, strained bowel movements, bloating, sitting on hard surfaces, jogging, and regularly - THE WINTER!
I'm not a medical expert. My comment is opinion. See your medical professional.
I've been using Tramadol (Ultram) for well over 2 years now and have dropped my dosage down from 250mg a day to 50mg with no side-effects or need to increase it.
I didn't see Tramadol in your sig's "what helps", Richard. Any other meds you're keeping from us?
Yes, a few supplements that are detailed in my 'Success' thread. Good point though - I should put them in my sig as well - and will later this week.
My main symptoms are urethral burning/ pain and IBS diarrhea.
I use a SSRI, Celexa. I have found it to have no side effects at all for me. It probably reduces my symptoms about 10 to 15%. Not a lot, but it does make a difference. To be honest, I think I get less moody too when things are going bad with my health.
BEWARE. You cannot take Tramadol (ultram)/ or Tramacet, when taking any SSRI's. This can create a lethal combination.
I use Emtec which is codeine and acetaminophen. Very similar to tylenol 3's but without the caffeine. This will make you constipated, but because I have chronic diarrhea, it works out perfect for me.
Age: 30 | Onset Age:19 | Symptoms: Urethral burning pain (tip of penis), some reddening (inflammation) of the urethral opening intermittently, rectal pain off and on. | Helped By: Avoiding aggravating factors, Wise-Tapes, Mild PT stretches, Benzos, acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicine | Worsened By: Urination, Excessive Sex, Not enough exercise, Stress, Alcohol, Caffeine, Cold Weather.
Typical Disclaimer: My above post is not medical advice.
This is my first post. I've had chronic pelvic pain / IC for 3.5 years. I'm very conservative with drugs, but low dose valium has proven beneficial for me. It is highly addictive, and I would avoid it if you can. I recently tapered off, but after a few months my symptoms have returned with a vengeance. Other than stretching / Stanford/Wise-Anderson Protocol, what are the best alternatives to diazepam, particularly for someone who has a multi-year history with the drug?
My dosage was 2mg x 2 daily.
I also took Neurontin 300mg x 2 daily, and I'm tapering off that as well.
