How often can i get my tramadol ultram prescription refilled?

Celestine

It is a non-narcotic pain reliever.



Ming

It depends on your insurance coverage. How often do you need it refilled? Are you following your doctor's prescription? If you are then it should be a non-issue since that information is put into the pharmacy system and your insurance company sees it. The time I spent working in retail pharmacy, I've seen plenty of patients abuse their medications, particularly pain. Those are the medications that get lost, stolen, or the doctor changes the dose midway through without writing a new script. The pharmacy personnel have to do a lot of work and it's frustrating when you think you are being lied to by the patient. How often can someone's dose be changed or lost? I would follow the prescription. If you are going on vacation then you can get an additional refill usually or a supply to cover your vacation. Tell the pharmacy staff so they can get the authorization from your insurance company. It will save them time and aggravation. More importantly, it will save you time and aggravation. If you have any problems with the medication or it's not working like before then speak with your doctor and if he recommends taking more than before, ask him to call in a new prescription for you. Tell the pharmacist that your doctor has changed the prescription and he should be calling in a new prescription for you. The pharmacy team will help you because we want patients to get their medication when they need it. But we do see a lot of fraud, unfortunately. It impedes our efforts.Generally, you are given a week before your Rx runs out to refill it. If you go 5 days before you are to run out then that should be perfect. You then don't have to wait for it to be filled and can pick it up the next day if you want to.



Brunilda

Some doctors will give you 3-5 months worth of refills.



Milissa

It should say on the bottle...next refill before 'such and such' date. It also depends on your insurance company (if you have insurance). Additionally, your doctor determines how often/how much (the quantity) you may receive per/month generally speaking.



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Can anyone tell me if there is a chemical difference between the tramadol for a dog and for a person?

Broderick

I am trying to find out if there is a chemical difference between the 50 mg tramadol prescribed by a vet for a 46 pound dog, and the 50 mg tramadol prescribed for a human. If there is, what is the chemical difference?



Aretha

There is likely no difference. Many drugs used for humans are used in dogs. It's all the same or it would be called something different.



Daniel

There is no difference at all. It is the same med.Tramadol makes me projectile puke! LOL I was a little concerned when my girl was put on it after my reaction to it.



Jolie

i work for a vet and once was prescribed tramadol for myself after surgery - i don't think there is a difference - it is a lousy pain medication



Doug

Nope. It's the same.



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Is tramadol good for an older dog?

Carmelia

I have a mix breed dog, probably lab mix or something and she is about 15-16 years old and walks very stiff and sometimes acts drunk. Recently we decided to put her on pain medication for her arthritis and any discomfort she may be having. She was prescribed Tramadol 50 mg 3 times a day. Just curious if anyone has any knowledge if this particular medication? Since she has been taking it, we feel that her condition is worse? I think it makes her drowsy?? Is it suppose to make the dog drowsy? ANY INPUT WILL HELP! Thanks



Dalila

It will make dogs drowsy usually. It is a good anti-inflammatory med. Safer to me than Rimadyl especially for a lab or golden mix. I would give it at least 1 - 2 wk to see how dog does. If you feel it isn't helping, call the vet & tell them.



Eveline

Sorry I don;t know about the meds you are using but look for a senior dog food with the hip supplements in it and she will get better. Zukes hip action is a great meaty treat for her also. I have fed both and seen a big difference in my senior dogs.



Phuong

Try giving it just twice a day and see if it makes a difference.It can cause drowsiness,but it also relieves her pain,which is very important.She might also be sleeping better because her pain isn't as bad. Old dogs do sleep a lot. As long as she is eating well,I wouldn't worry too much. It can cause constipation,though,so maybe a little more fiber in her diet ( sweet potatoes are good).And yes,I have had dogs take it,and my cousin's old Labrador takes it as well. It helps him tremendously with his spinal arthritis.



Dolores

Tramadol is an opioid, it works by affecting pain receptors in the dog's brain. If you feel she is worse, or acting too drowsy, call your vet as the dose may need to be adjusted. Your dog should be feeling more comfortable with Tramadol, but not to the point of being sedated.



Elinor

If you feel its not working, just contact your vet againTramadol works by stimulating the mu receptor, which provides pain relief without sedation and without addiction.Some Side Effects and ContraindicationsLike all drugs, tramadol has side effects, although they are usually mild. There is a wide range of possible dosing with this drug, and sedation sometimes can occur at higher doses; if this happens, it is recommended that the dosage be reduced.Constipation can occur rarely in some dogs, and will resolve when the drug is discontinued.Although tramadol does not harm the gastrointestinal lining as NSAID drugs can, it can cause nausea. This is rare.Contraindications include dogs who are being treated with L-Deprenyl for Cushings or cognitive disorders, or dogs taking serotonin reuptake inhibitors, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, or certain antidepressant medications.Note: The human drug Ultracet is a combination of Ultram (tramadol) and Tylenol (acetaminophen). This drug must not be given to animals.FeaturesUnlike NSAIDs, tramadol can be taken with steroids. It can also be taken with NSAIDs to provide additional pain relief and allow a lower dose of both drugs to be used.Tramadol is a prescription human medication and will require a prescription from a veterinarian. It is not a controlled substance and no special paperwork is required to prescribe, stock, or dispense this medication in veterinary practice.Tramadol is not passed to nursing puppies through the dam's milk so can be used for pain control in lactating bitches.I heard from a sydney australia vet online, that Sasha Blend is suppost to be very good for joints. You might want to give this joint remendy ago.www.sashasblend.com.au/cb_pages/s



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If i take a 50 mg tramadol prescribed to my dog will the reaction be different than taking tramadol for humans?

Flossie

Tramadol is tramadol. Animal drugs won't be made to the same quality standard as human drugs, and the other components in the pill will be designed for a dog's metabolism rather than a person's. But yes, it is the same drug and should generally produce the same effects. If you are going to take it, check that tramadol is the only active ingredient. It's often mixed with other drugs.



Ariel

We have used that drug for our dog.... it was actually pretty useless. Enteric coated aspirin works far better.And when the doc scripted that for my husband, Aleve, Darvocet were each far more effective. I'd say Tramadol is a drug trying to find a problem....worthless.



Clarissa

Tramadol is a great pain medication! You can take your dogs dope if you choose. Actually, I have no experience in taking dog pills , but i think Trams are Trams. People take it once or twice and think it's no good. tramadol is very effective for moderate to severe pain. I agree with the first answer, I think that it was useless for the individuals she mentioned. BUT, it is very effective for millions of people. i get sick of people bashing tramadol with blanket statements. Drug seekers don't want it because they don't feel like House M.D. when they take it. Losers.



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