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Q: Stopping Ultram

asked by: lwaters on November 24th, 2007

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I have been taking ultram for a couple of years off and on. I have been taking 50mg, 2-3 times a day. I ran out and just want to stop taking them all together. I originally took them for osteoarthritis, but do not want to take pills anymore. It's been 2 days and I feel ok, a little achy and anxious. Can anyone tell me what I might expect?

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CarolDiane

replied on November 24th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

I can tell you that you may relapse and you should never stop a medication except under the strick supervision of you doctor.

Carrie

rooted

replied on November 29th, 2007

Supporter

Agreed. You can detox, if neccessary, at a local detoxification center. Do you know how to find one?

lwaters

replied on November 29th, 2007

New User

Rooted, It has been a week and I am fine. I am tired, but feel much better than I did. Maybe because I was only taking 2-3 50mg pills a day. Now, I need to go back to AA meetings to keep myself on track. Once an addict always an addict, no matter what substance we are taking. Thanks for your support!

rooted

replied on October 28th, 2008

Supporter

Totally! how are you doing a year later? Still making meetings? Have a sponsor?

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