Hello: I have taken tramadol for about 3 years. It does not stop the pain but takes enough of the edge off for me to be functional. I was switched to tramadol because I did not like the effects of MS contin (morphine). When I was on the MS contin, constipation was a problem. I don't have side effects from the tramadol and I do not get that "drugged" feeling.

I take just the straight tramadol and, rarely, take Tylenol in addition. There is a pill with both tramadol and Tylenol in it available. However, too much Tylenol can be hard on your liver.

I was recenly prescribed Cymbalta. I always read the printouts that come with medicines. Also, I look up the Rx in "The Pill Book" and at Drug Interactions on the internet. I live alone and if there was a reaction, then what? It turns out Cymbalta and tramadol together can have serious consequences, so I didn't take any Cymbalta.

We are on so many different medications, vitamins, etc. we need to be very vigilant to protect ourselves. My pharmacy did not call the possible reactions to my attention. I assumed all prescriptions were monitored, but it seems I was wrong.

I am sorry to get off subject here, but thought best to warn others regarding multiple prescriptions.

Wishing a pleasant, pain-free day to all, Lil