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Tramadol may be prescribed in some cases of Fibromyalgia. Please consult your doctor before taking any new medications and ensure that they do not interact with other medications you are currently taking.

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Tramadol is a pain-killer often used to treat nerve related pain. It has been found to impact opioid receptors and also to increase seratonin, both of which can help decrease the pain of Fibromyalgia.

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