Percocet Withdrawals Or Actual Pain?

I've been taking Percocets for 16 months for cancer related pain, then for peripheral neuropathy pain in my arms and legs, hands and feet, caused from the chemotherapy treatments. At this time I'm usually taking no more than 4-6 a day (5/325). My trouble now is I'm concerned that the pain I'm experiencing (in my legs mostly) could be withdrawal symptoms. I don't know how to tell the difference. All I know is that I feel like I'm going crazy with leg pain and restless legs until I take my first 2 pills then I'm good until bedtime. Is this an unwarranted worry or could it be time I try to get off of them?

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Hello, Curly! How are you?

It's actually hard to say, but withdrawal shouldn't occur that fast. Have you consulted your doctor?

This is 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.

It may be time for a different medication, or a dosage adjustment.

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