Pain Relief Forums (Page 395)

Do I need a prescription to get Fentanyl? I have a bad back with no Medicaid. I need to know if u can purchase it at CVS? ## Fentanyl is a very potent opiate narcotic, so it is only available via prescription. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Have you consulted a doctor for assistance?

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Ive been taking 20 mg oxycodone daily for the past 6 months just to take the edge off, didnt think it would be that big of a deal because Im not very familiar with the drug. Before that i was a heavy H addict for 13 years, but have been clean for the past year after going through a 2 year program at a commune. The last 2 days Ive been taking half a pill (5 mg) early in the day before work, than another 5 mg after work to somehow get throught the day. I got 3 days to myself now. I know its not comparable to the numerous weeks, months and years of withdrawals Ive gone through but its always messed up kicking this. What are the best household remedies i can use and can i get off this garbage in these 3 days? ## Hello, Quickz! If you're down that low, the withdrawals at this point shoul...

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These are identical to the yellow v 3601 we have all came to prefer. I was worried they would be like the new white watson's but am totally relieved they haven't messed with the fillers or generic variance allowed on hydrocodone like Watson has supposedly done. Walmart carries this new white V 3601 and qualitest is still the only brand to rely on when it comes to a pain pill that actually works as it should. Anyone who says this new 3609 norco is like Watson's worthless whites are crazy. I have probably taken over 30,000 norco pain pills the past 15 yrs for a messed up back and have never abused them or exceeded the daily limit of acetaminophen. I don't drink or smoke and am in decent shape. Liver enzymes are great...I hate morphine and oxycodone so thank God qualitest s...

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I work in a surgical practice and today we were told by a pharmacy that this formulation is no longer available? We thought that a few years ago the FDA mandated that the level of Acetaminophen be reduced ## Yes, it was mandated that the amount of Acetaminophen in combination prescription medications be lowered to no more than 325mgs per dose, the FDA put this regulation in place a few years ago. But with just the 300mgs, the only one currently listed as still being available is 10/300mg. However, there is a 7.5/325mg dosage available. I had that happen a couple months ago, when my doctor prescribed it. I had to wait for the pharmacy to reach her and authorize the 325mg dosage, before I could pick up my prescription. This medication is classified as a narcotic analgesic, so it carries t...

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Hi, I am taking eltroxin and simvastatin. I had a back operation and would like to know if I can also use Ultraset for the pain? ## Hello, Magda! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed between them, but it's always best to double check such information to be sure. The U.S. FDA classifies Ultracet as an opioid, so it carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Moved to LaGrange GA from Hawaii a few months ago. Have been on 3-100mg morphine and 4_30mg oxycodone for 10+ years with great quality of life and no problems. Emory PCP wrote prescriptions for the last 4 months but every referral was turned down except one now inPhenix City, AL. Need a DR on medicaid(nothing like Hawaii's) or self-pay. Will travel Help please!

How many tylenol 4 would equal 1 5/325 percocet please and ty I was told 2 tylenol 4 would equal 1and1/2 3/325 percocet ## Hello, Richord! How are you? Each 30mgs of Codeine in Tylenol 3 is equivalent to 3mgs of Oxycodone in Percocet, so no, that information was not correct. The U.S. FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi, I was having inconsistent relief with the tabs and my doc switched me to the syrup. The syrup works, but not very long and I've now developed heartburn. Anyone else have that issue? I'd love to hear some stories about heartburn relief ideas or new pain meds that have been developed recently to combat the pain with minor side effects.I'm not afraid of a little pain if it leads to a lot of gain. Thanks munch. ## There are many other options available for pain relief, such as Percocet, Opana, Dilaudid, Roxicodone, so those are all options you could ask your doctor about trying. The FDA classifies them all as narcotic analgesics, so they carry the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. As to he...

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I have a pain managment Dr. in NYC giving me endocet 10/325 tid,every other dr gives qid whats up! I guess hes too conservative! ## Hello, Rick! How are you? They really don't have a choice, but to be conservative, due to the current directives from the DEA. Many have been cut even lower. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Whatever these pills are, they are hands down the worst... They have zero effect on my cancer pain zilch.. Then I run into a online actavis recall of oxycodone. What the hell is going on? I was taking kvk tech K8 and wow the pain was long gone within 20-30 min and lasted a lot longer. However, here in Florida they are no where to be found. I need help. The docs that prescribe can't do anything. Walgreens are pretty much like hey that's all your getting. I hate even picking the damn things up period, it's like a sleeping pill? Does anyone have any insight please?? I'm hoping and praying I can go to ERs. I was getting 120 now cut back to 90 and let me tell you they just do not work. Like I said I take still have pain, I feel dopey, eyes close, off to bed I go. Anyone else ...

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I took morphine sulphate 6 hours ago and am still in pain. I have oramorph as well. Can I still take it? ## Hello, Caz! How are you? What instructions have been provided with the medications? There are actually both forms of Morphine, so you could end up overdosing, if you take another one, too soon. The U.S. FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation.

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I have Norco M 367 and I'd like to know if they have side effects? ## Yes, it does have side effects! The same as any other narcotic! This is manufactured by mallinckrodt pharmaceuticals and have 325mgs of Acetaminophen in it, as well as 10mgs of Hydrocodone, it can cause drowsiness, a high feeling, euphoria, nausea, vomiting, constipation and addiction! ## Hi....after taking narcs for years, I'd recommend getting on one that is not married with Tylenol. Because of tolerance, which is inevitable, meds such as morphine, dilaudid, roxicodone, etc., do not contain Tylenol at all. Meds such as Norco and Percocet have to be limited in dosage because of Tylenol content. It will wreak havoc on the liver, esp. If combined with alcohol. I've been on Roxicodone for quite a few years a...

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Morphine liquid...after one year after opening. Its still the same color as when it was recieved. Is it still good? My back pain has come back and this medication is what was given before. ## Hello, Jessica! How are you? I am sorry that you're in pain. What is the expiration date on the bottle? Liquid medications tend to expire faster than most other forms and may actually turn sour, so they could make you sick, if you take one when expired. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation and dry mouth. It would also be a good idea to have your back checked out to be sure of what's causing the pain.

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Would poppy seeds ...love them in a spinch salad. And pine nuts- can these 2 items alter an urine drug screen? Mine showed up as morphine @ the pain clinic. -thanks ## I have a dr appt tomorrow afternoon and ate a sandwich from Arbys this evening that contains poppyseeds. I am drug tested each time I go to the dr bc of my medications. I was told that Id fail a urine test. Is this true? Just from 1 beef n cheddar sandwich? Lol. Will greatly appreciate anyone who knows if this is true or false. Thank you.

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Hello, I have an appointment coming up with PM Dr in a week. I am currently taking the morphine ER, 30mg twice daily, along with 4 10mg oxycodone per day as needed. .my questions are..is hydromorphone ER better vs the morphine ER in terms of pain control and how long it lasts in the body? I have very recently started to take these kinds of MEDS again and am trying to find something that works and I can afford. ..I know, good luck, right? Lol..anyway, I was also wondering if anyone out there might feel like hydromorphone is also better than oxycontin of similar strength? I know hydromorphone is way more potent than morphine, and I think I read that it is stronger than oxycontin also,but it seems to me that I have heard that the hydro does NOT last as long as the oxycontin. ..any help tha...

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Went for my new prescription of Percocet today. Saw a P/A. Was given a totally new script: Alvogen Oxycod/ACET 10mg/325mg. Lower left bottom yellow label states 10mg oxycodone HCI is equivalent to 8.9637mg of oxycodone. This medicine is not working at all. Whats wrong? ## There can be differences from one generic medication to another, as was granted by the Hatch-Waxman Act of 1984, they are allowed to differ by as much as plus or minus 20% in the amount of the active ingredients. This was done to help bring generics to market faster and the FDA considers it an acceptable therapeutic window. Most people never notice a difference, however, some people are very sensitive to any change in their medication, or they may notice a difference, if they've been taking the same one for a long ...

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Anyone know of any kind of discount prices for this medication, or a way to get this type any cheaper than what the Walmart pharmacy wants to charge me ($262.00 for 60 of them). I would really appreciate it. Thanks for your help. ## Hey Iceman, try this site's rx discount card - you can print or email it to yourself and bring it with you to the pharmacy. It might also help if you fill your rx with the generic medication (Oxymorphone) instead of the brand name. I think it could be around $80 or maybe even less if you use the discount card and get the generic. Hope this helps and let me know how it goes for you!

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I was on Oxycodone 10/325 now my doctor put me on Oxycodone 10mg HCI will it still work as well does anyone know I need help ## Hello, Trace! How are you? The Acetaminophen can augment the action of the Oxycodone in some people, but the only way to see if this one will help you, is by trying it to find out. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I took 2 precocet today Wednesdays 10mg have to do a test fri 4pm will I b ok or how can I get it out my system ## Get you a shot of Apple cider vinegar then water it down bc of taste then drink alot of water the day before keep drinking water the vinager cleans your kidneys. You can start ,2 days before 2 shots it taste bad but it's worth the results cold water works best when.mixing . it really works

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Can I take a half of hydrocodone acetaminophen 10/325 because I already had 4 extra strength tylenals today? ## Hello, Jessica! How are you? Yes, they can be cut in half, they are not time released. Just be careful not to exceed 3,000mgs of Acetaminophen a day, unless your doctor instructs otherwise and no more than 1,000mgs every 8 hours. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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