When I 1st started taking ultram in 1995 they helped me alot, in fact as another poster said I would have taken the ultram over the hydro because they lasted so much longer.
I have taken them off & on since 1995. And they just dont work that way for me anymore. I also didnt have TMJ pain in 1995 either I knew I had it but it wasnt hurting all the time like it does now.
I believe on some types of pain like my neck pain they helped that, but not for my TMJ jaw pain.
I think its time for me to take a break from them & maybe they will help again like they used to. I also think the US ultram/tramadol works better for me it seems stronger then the stuff overseas.
Tammy