I am prescribed ultracet (tramdol and acetaminophen) for my chronic pain. i take 3 tablets per day. since this is not a narcotic, will this medication/dosage cause constipation?

Not correct: Ultracet (tramdol and acetaminophen) is a Class 3 narcotic and can cause constipation.

Ultracet (tramdol and acetaminophen): While Ultracet (tramdol and acetaminophen) is technically NOT a narcotic, it is what they call an "opiate analog." This means it works similarly to opiates (or narcotics) in treating pain, but doesn't have a lot of the undesirable effects, like dependence, loss of judgment, etc. However, it CAN cause constipation. Now, only 3 per day is low, and if you take a laxative or stool softener while using it, you should be fine.