Percocet 5mg/325 Vs Norco 5mg/325

In May I sustained a shattered tibia and broken fibula, 4 broken ribs, 2 stomach surgeries, dislocated elbow, missive rotator disruption, 5 facial fractures, and a TBI. I have actively been on Percocet 5mg for the last couple months. This month my prescription was reduced to one tablet twice daily. During a 3 week time span, I overtook my prescription by 5 pills running short three days. Today I received a hardware removal surgery in my right foot and I am left with norco 5 mg tablets now. This medication has already proven to be ineffective. Did I loose the trust of my doctor? If so, how do I get it back? This was the first time that this has happened and I am in serious pain.

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Hello, Eric! How are you doing? I'm sorry about what you've been through, that's terrible, and very painful.

As to your doctor, unfortunately, I don't have an answer for you.

However, as you heal, it is normal for them to try to lower/change your medication to wean you off of them, since you took more than they thought you'd need, there is chance they are suspicious of abuse, and therefore, trying to prevent addiction. I can only theorize, since there's no way to know what your doctor is thinking, and what their precise reasons might be.

The FDA warns that both Percocet, and Norco carry the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation, and dry mouth.

Ref: Medline Plus Opiate

Have you discussed the issue with your doctor? That would be the best way to get answers to your concerns.

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