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Is tapentadol okay to take with tramadol ?
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Not recommended: Both will increase serotonin levels in the blood.Too much serotonin is a potentially life-threatening syndrome. See pain psychologist for CBT.
Answered 10/16/2018
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Avoid this: There is a substantial chance for more more adverse side effects if you take these together.
Answered 10/16/2018
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