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How Can Severe Osteoarthritis Be Treated?

Hi, I am 65 years old and have chronic pain from osteoarthritis, arthritis, and a T8 fracture. I have been on high doses of Tramadol for 12 years. Last 2 years I decreased to 50 mg tid. My doctor is afraid to give me more than the long acting 100mg form.. This is not working. Why? YYYY@YYYY
Mon, 18 Sep 2017
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hello there,
every drug has a tendency to develop tolerance i.e its effect/response decreases with the usage.
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How Can Severe Osteoarthritis Be Treated?

hello there, every drug has a tendency to develop tolerance i.e its effect/response decreases with the usage. regards