I received 50mg tablets of tramadol and took one after drinking 4-5 beers. Will I be okay?
Question posted by tweakhx on 25 Jan 2012
Last updated on 16 October 2018 by Jwill47
I have never taken tramadol before. A friend gave me 1 one single 50mg tablet. I had a 4-5 beers and then took the Tramadol. I'm probably overreacting, but will I be alright? I know body chemistry's differ, but just want opinions.
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5 Answers
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Jwill47
16 Oct 2018
I take 50 mg tramadol in the mornings with breakfast have an occasional glass of wine in the evening before dinner. No issues in past 3 years.
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den5859
29 Jan 2017
I have been prescribed Tramadol for years for my severe arthritis pain. I requested it because there are no ill effects as are with opioid meds. I cannot have such effects in my occupation. I do not take them if I expect to have a wine drink with dinner. Tramadol has never effected me, even at beginning of treatment, other than alleviating pain. No dizziness or other factors such as associated with opioids, as this drug is now reclassified. Such a shame it has been reassigned. It seems only an effective analgesic.
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kaseyzw
8 May 2017
what about 200 mg, non regular user, prescribed for pain... after having for 8.5 abv tall boys?
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kaseyzw
8 May 2017
four not for
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Olds1950
11 Dec 2016
I had a pint of bourbon few hours ago and just took 30 milligrams. I wish I could upload a picture of the veins in my arms. There now sticking out about 3/8 of an inch. I strongly suggest don't mix the two.
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E_Lavallee13
8 Jan 2017
You still alive? Really only created an account to ask
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Josh90b
13 Jan 2017
I'm drinking A few glasses of Wine after taking 1 Tramadol roughly 2 hours ago. The Tramadol will knock you off your feet and drinking a moderate amount has been without any worrying moments.
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Delila
25 Jan 2012
Hi, as Rajive has said, it is not a good idea to mix tramadol with alcohol. But taking just the one tablet with the beers will be ok so don't worry. New users of tramadol are much more sensitive to them so bare that in mind. I'm not advocating this whatsoever, but I have been taking tramadol for a few years now & have drank alcohol with them several times with no problems, I'm only telling you this so you don't worry.
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Cherub06
2 March 2014
I took one after drinking two small beers 3 hours previously.At first I felt a bit light headed but soon afterwards I felt dizzy and nauseous .8 hrs later I still feel the same.
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Delila
3 March 2014
If you are still feeling unwell, please contact your GP or ER for advice...
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Rajive Goel
25 Jan 2012
Tramadol hydrochloride is a prescription medication approved to treat moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. Currently, tramadol is not considered a controlled substance or a narcotic by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). However, this medication has significant potential for abuse and is classified as a controlled substance in certain states.
Alcohol and tramadol hydrochloride are both central nervous system depressants (CNS depressants). This means they both can slow down brain function. In addition, both substances can cause respiratory depression (shallow or infrequent breathing). Drinking alcohol while taking this medication may increase your risk for serious reactions. This is why combining the two is not recommended.