Interactions with percocet and tramadol

[Mommaof5kidz]

I recently had back surgery and my doctor prescribed percocet 5/325. I went back today and he prescribed 50mg tramadol. My question is I took one percocet an hour ago. Can I take the tramadol now before bed??

 

[Kittycat5]

Its probably not a big deal but do you have any tolerance to opioids?

 

[Mommaof5kidz]

I have been prescribed them pretty regularly for the past 3 months for my back

 

[Kittycat5]

I probably wouldnt recommend doing it that close together all the time, but if in pain and been taking for 3 months, I wouldnt worry. Tramadol does have different actions than other opioids though. It is similar to some antidepressants and has different precautions and drug interactions.

 

[Mommaof5kidz]

I think they had me on tramadol years ago for my migraines but I'm not positive. I just wanted to check before I take it. Thank you

 

[Mommaof5kidz]

Different actions?

 

[Kittycat5]

Yes. It inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin which is my it helps with neuropathy.