What Causes Numbness In The Legs, Confusion And Bad Taste In The Mouth While Cyclobenzaprine And Tramadol?

Posted on Sat, 18 Dec 2021

Question: I would like to have a second opinion please, I was taking cyclobenzaprine and tramadol at the same time for my Rheumatoid arthritis. I started having episodes like feeling I was in a cloud I bought my daughter a birthday present and it wasn't her birthday I was off 3 months. my legg's were numb at times, I was confused I had a bad taste in my mouth it made me feel like as if someone had to much to drink. I dont' drink I don't smoke and I don't do drugs. So my question is,could combining these two medications make me feel this way? Thank You!

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
drug interaction between Tramadol and Cyclobenzaprine

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Cyclobenzaprine and tramadol should not be taken together as they have a significant drug interaction that can lead to confusion, altered mental state and euphoria. The symptoms you described are most likely due to this combination. They can be stopped to look for improvement in the next 24 to 48 hours.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

Dr. M.S. Khalil

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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