New here and could really use some information. I was recently, (finally), diagnosed with degenerative osteoarthritis in my neck and lower spine and the last vertebrae has shifted 3mm backwards, causing hip pain. My Dr prescribed Tramadol because I've never had it before and every pain pill I've ever had makes me throw up. She also prescribed seven, 5mg valium for anxiety a month, 500 mg robaxin every 8 hours and 15mg meloxicam, 1 a day. We've discussed antidepressants and how every single one I've ever been on has the exact opposite of the intended effect so she understands why I will never take another one. Now I find that Tramadol IS a SNRI, so happy I haven't taken any! I've been told it's the opioid making me sick, but I smoked opium a couple times in my wilder years and it certainly didn't make me throw up or feel so weirdly disconnected and knock me out. Do any of you know of ANYTHING that doesn't have the horrible side effects or mess with my serotonin? I smoke cannabis, and most days it a couple aspirin and the meloxicam I'm good to go. Then I have days like today, when I can't move at all without crying. Any suggestions, opinions or personal experiences would be very welcome and helpful. Thanks!