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I am having severe post op shoulder pain. i took my pain meds an hour ago. i am on tramadol 50mg 4/day can i take another one safely and be okay?

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Dr. Ward Dean answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes: Maximum dose of Tramadol is 400 mg per day. You can safely boost your dose. I recommend adding 600-800 mg of Gabapentin at night to help you sleep.

Answered 1/4/2015

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A member asked:

I am having severe post op shoulder pain. i took my pain meds an hour ago. i am on tramadol 50mg 4/day can i take another one safely and be okay?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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