Tramadol evidently binds to some of the Serotonin receptors in the same way that the SSRIs (Paxil, et. al.) do. (So does Methadone) Either drug can give those of us with a mild depression from chronic pain (and let's face it, chronic pain wears down your coping mechanisms) often find ourselves feeling better once we start these medications. Be sure to have your Thyroid checked just in case.
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Originally Posted by zorrro13
I have been mildly depressed all of my life but especially in the last 8 years or so the depression has got steadily worse to the point where I was becoming teary eyed at the drop of a hat especially when watching sad films or even overly happy ones for that matter  I had all the typical symptoms but the constant tears were getting scary
However what I have found is that since I started taking Tramadol my depression has completely cleared up  Its amazing how my mood has changed to the point I have stopped worrying a lot about PN. Actually nothing bothers me much anymore
Apparently a desirable side effect is that it is indeed an antidepressant and probably why its hard to ween off.
Anyway just thought I would share |