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Difference between vicodin and tramadol?

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Alot: Vicodin is a combination of hydrocodone and Acetaminophen (tylenol). It is a schedule 3 controlled substance. Tramadol works for pain in several ways including binding to the same receptors as hydrocodone (the mu receptor). I would use tramadol for mild to moderate pain and vicodin for moderate to severe pain.

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Answered 9/30/2019

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