It’s not the government or senators it’s the healthcare industry and specifically FDA, DEA who decide with drug manufacturers the safest and minimally effective amount of a drug to make and distribute. Clinical trials for most drugs are done double-blind to ensure safety and data accuracy. For the 2 specific drugs you mentioned, tramadol and gabapentin, they are both noted in drug information to “monitor closely” due to each drugs ability to increase the effect of the other. They can be a dangerous combination if taken concurrently. Your healthcare providers, insurance company and pharmacy are trying to keep you safe in spite of yourself. I’m glad you found a combo that works for you but you should be glad the system works and limits your ability to harm yourself unintentionally.