In minimal occasional doses, the risk
for SS
is actually pretty small. Problem
is, if a person starts taking it more frequently, then the risk is increased...hence why they are just usually not prescribed together.
To take a med "as needed" for most people is no big deal, but for an addict, it can be a problem...as there isn't a lot of self control not to abuse the script. IF the pharmacist clarifies the combo and says the Ultram is okay...