Tramadol first appeared in the U.S. market in 1995 and it was regarded as some kind of wonder drug when it was first released. It took care of pain fast. The effects lasted a good 8-10 hours. What more could a patient want? However, as Tramadol gained popularity not only in the U.S. but also all over the world, we’ve come to see a different side of the drug.
Excessive Grogginess When Awake
Many Tramadol users have reported having trouble staying awake after taking Tramadol repetitively within just 3-5 days. The effects are said to linger longer than expected, which makes it difficult for individuals to focus on work and other important tasks. “I would be groggy the entire day. I would drink a lot of coffee but I’d still fight just to stay awake,” says one advertising agent who was prescribed to take Tramadol to treat severe migraines.
Development of a Snoring Habit
Tramadol use has also been linked to the development of a snoring habit, much to a patient’s loved one’s dismay. “My husband didn’t use to snore but ever since [his doctor] told him to take Tramadol for his back pain, I couldn’t get any decent sleep!” The heaviness of Tramadol’s pain-relieving effects extend to heightened chances of sleep talking, gurgling and loud snoring, which may not be noticed by the user but will definitely affect anyone sleeping beside him or her.
Heightened Chances of Abuse
Perhaps the real trouble with Tramadol is that it is being advocated as a “safe drug,” which gives people the false impression that they can take as many pills as they want. At the onset of pain, pop a Tramadol and you’ll be okay. However, Tramadol users were found to be popping the pill even after all the symptoms of pain were gone.
Tramadol produces opiate-like effects that are similar to oxycodone, one of the most abused narcotic drugs in America. Today, after 20 years of unrestricted use, the DEA has included Tramadol under the Controlled Substances Act. Although this is not yet implemented across all states, at least 10 states have already followed through on their own.
In 2011, there were 20,000 ER visits linked to Tramadol. In Florida, there were 380 confirmed deaths due to Tramadol overdose.
Increased Depression and Suicidal Tendencies
When Tramadol is orally taken, it is transformed by the liver into M1, a metabolite that attaches to and activates the brain’s opioid receptors. This produces an opiate-like effect akin to high doses of oxycodone.
Moreover, studies on Tramadol in the early 1990s that depict its inclination for misuse and abuse were never published.
Tramadol is an opioid analgesic, which means it works with the receptors in your brain that affect your perception of pain. It works as an antidepressant by prolonging the effects of serotonin and norepinephrine, the neurochemicals that make you feel happiness. However, prolonged use of Tramadol leads to the depletion of these neurochemicals, which then achieves the opposite effect of antidepressants. As a result, the individual may feel more depressed, and in serious cases, could heighten suicidal thoughts.
Fortunately, new medicinal research has found a way to maintain Tramadol’s opioid analgesic effects without altering the state of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. Instead, you achieve the ability to focus more, think clearer, and feel lighter for the rest of the day.
And of course, you are relieved from pain.
New and safe medicine like Tramasol (spelled with an “s”) are now entering the market and with enough information dissemination and testimonials from converted users, we can only hope to see a renewed and better world for all patients in need of freedom from pain. For more information on Tramasol, please check their official page.
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