Dear Joshua, I hope I am not too late in writing you, as I just saw you posting. I have a terrible dependency on Ultram which is ruining my life. I have tried to quit them but the withdrawal symptoms are terrible. It is so embarassing to admit all this. It's just that I was never warned by anyone that there was any potential for becoming dependent. (not my doctors or pharmacists) Needless to say, had I known, I never would have started this drug in the first place. I am so desperate to get off this stuff. I am so angry that the drug company is allowed to release this medication and lie about its potential for dependency. If you are putting together any class action lawsuit, PLEASE let me know. My e-mail address is mensababe32@aol.com. I have lost YEARS of my life because of this crap. Thank you very much!