Taking Hydrocodone For Depression (Page 12)
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I am wondering if anybody else out there has taken Hydrocodone and noticed that symptoms of depression are alleviated? I find that many of today's anti-anxiety and antidepressant drugs come with unpleasant side effects, whereas while taking Hydrocodone they aren't there. The caveat to all of this is that yes, I know that Hydrocodone and opiates in general can be addictive. So long term use would result in withdrawal symptoms. I'm just wondering who else might agree with me on this?

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Hi Lucy, good to hear from you. It is good to examine the opinions expressed by others. One of the best ways to understand where others with varying view points arrive at their conclusion. Have a nice holiday!
Jobe

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Jesus and God bless all on this page always in Prayer for everyone go to Jesus and God for everything Jesus and God bless everyone goodnight

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I love Jesus and God in him always in Prayer

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I totally agree with you. There has been concerted effort to remove opiates from the formulary. Definitely no one wants addicts but there is some pain that is not taken care of with 2 aspirins . My hip and knee are bone on bone. Sometimes I just can't function..
I can promise you this is government /big pharma related.

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Ann opiates have MANY therapeutic benefits and bout 70yrs ago were prescribed for just about everything depending on dose.....they have done opiates the same as cannabis!!!! Hydrocodone and Oxycodone are actually made from the enzyme Thebaine, which is the only NONNARCOTIC part of plant and is a stimulant which also raises T levels in your Thyroid--it gives energy by healing the thyroid!!!

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Extended release opiates gave me hypothyroidism and now with regular Oxycodone (which increases T levels and gives energy) gone...I pinned to couch like a frkkn invalid...I hate it!!

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I feel you!!!! I found out extended release opiates cause the false drug panel readings, AND DRAIN YOUR ADRENALS causing HYPOTHYROIDISM!!! Nothing like being pinned to a sofa without meds on a beautiful day....they don't care about quality of life!!!

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Gov. Prick scott would not take money for medicare n medicaid. Now in fL, low income, cant even get primary specialist anymore. I had hydrocodone for crippling pain for 2 years. I finally had hope that even though i was murdered by medicaid system 5 times flat lined. I could get out of bed, i could talk again with hydrocodone, i even pushed myself to get strength back to hopefully get out of wheelchair. But i have gone 19 months with no medication so its not about withdrawal anymore. its about being left in inhumane pain home alone. Family doesn't visit anymore. I cant do anything. So yes Hydrocodone does help with depression and add some quality to end of life.

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I know they can be addictive but have taken them many times during my life (59 years) and have never experienced any addictive symptoms even after taking for extended periods after major surgery. I am extremely depressed and the antidepressants no longer seem to help. I recently got some lortab after hurting my back. I was amazed at the improvement in my mood and outlook. No problems with taking more than one per day. I am almost 60 years old. Why can't I get the lortab I need. Don't have that many years left. Would be nice if they were happy years.

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Hi Jobe! Good to hear from you...I don't know if anything or someone made a comment and took it to the extreme, but for ME, I just hope that maybe one person has or is going thru the same things I'm trying to deal with. I know how to talk to my doctor but different view points are interesting.

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I had to quit caffeine when i was pregnant, talk about depressing migraine headaches, lack of energy..Never say never. I did not think pain could get any worse. I just hope Gov. doesn't start making people wait 8 yrs to get prescription for Ice Tea. Yes it is addictive and there are withdrawal symptoms. But i did what i had to at the time for the better good. All by myself common sense is a b*** in America.

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Yea pray to god not to let this countries thieving gov. and ins. companies continue to get away with murdering me n torturing me in unnecessary inhumane pain and loneliness since im in so much pain now. I pray to god to just take me now. 11yrs keep getting worse now future of pain relief . Yes it would help depression if i could get out of my house without someone wanting to call 911.

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I originally posted on this site several years ago about my use of hydrocodone for my depression. It is two years later. I had to stop. I began to feel hollow inside despite the low dose I was taking - my brain wanted more and the more I took, I just felt ill. I thought at first this was an answer to a prayer 20+ years of MDD and anxiety. Anyway, I am not bashing or judging anyone who can manage taking it and keeping it at a level that is helpful - I got to a point about two months ago where I knew I had a problem. I had it prescribed for surgery and had as much as I could get refilled. I never went beyond 4 pills per day even post op. After my post op I was getting by on 1 to 2 pills per day, but the day came where I started feeling numb and hollow and I knew getting a refill at this stage was going to be a challenge. For reference I am a 49y/o female - also going through mid life hormonal changes. What really helped me all around was getting my hormone levels checked and then working with my doctors to restore my very, very low estrogen and non existent testosterone. This did not "cure" me of my desire to take norco, but having my hormones in balance helped with my depression. I still take my depression meds and see a therapist, but I had to stop with the norco as I felt like bc of all the new regulations and because it stopped having it's "therapeutic effect" I had to put that habit to bed. So if you are a woman and you haven't had your hormone levels checked, I would advise it - so many women are misdiagnosed with depression when low hormone levels are a key piece of the puzzle. I understand many women are not able to or afraid to take hormones, only you and your doctor can make that choice. For me having my hormone pellets inserted every three months (estrogen and testosterone) makes me feel like a different person. I am not a health care professional so I don't know what works for everyone, but I have had over 10 years experience dealing with early ovarian failure and the havoc it can cause for your mental health. Norco definitely gives me a boost and helps with depression, but it can be a risky spiral as i recently found out...despite my very best efforts to "control it". Good luck to all who struggle with depression and pain! I know them both well.

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Hey Linda, Lucy Hooks and everyone. As a 30 year, disabled person dealing with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and chronic pain I've been through many political changes as well as (the new recommended guidelines via the cdc regarding the prescribing of pain meds. We are all different, and to my knowledge none of us are medical doctors. We simply are sharing what has worked for us individually. My concern is for someone to come along and see postings of things that are not true, get so discouraged that could put them over the edge. I know and share things that have worked for me over the years that my treating physician has advised. PLEASE DO NOT STATE THINGS AS FACT THAT ARE OPINION. MEANT IN THE SPIRIT OF HELPING ALL!
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yes it is so nice to not have crippling pain.n to stay house bound because everywhere i go i scare people now they see me in so much doubled over pain n adhesions in my chest specaialist instead of looking at my medical records n listing to any thing i have to say about how much stronge i was when i had my pain med.they keep calling abulance on me n denying me any treatment anymore.

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Obviously, you do not suffer from chronic depression. It is a chemical problem in the brain that only medication will resolve. It is like any other illness that requires medication. Would you tell a heart patient or diabetic patient or anyone with illness not to take medication?

I think you mean well, but you are mistaken about this. I am very spiritual but that does not mean that if I 'get closer to God or pray or repent' that my problem will go away. You are putting people in danger when you tell them not to take medication for chronic depression. It is not the same as a normal person's low day or feeling blue. Please, before you tell anyone else to 'control' their depression, do some real research.

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Stay away from caffeine and alcohol during withdrawal, it makes it worse...Go to vitamin shoppe and get poppy drops!!! Lyrica is great for W/D

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Hi, I also get that relief with vicodin......my psychiatrist asked me if I ever did coke? Yes in my late high schools days early 20s....his reply was when first discovered it was used for a antidepressant until people started dying and over dosing from it.....I thought that was really interesting to be told.... I too have tried all antidepressants, combinations of things, etc...I started vicodin in 09 for osteoarthritis and neck injury.... haven't been very depressed either...

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Okay I have a problem. I take Norco 10/325 for chronic back pain and sciatica. I just got a refill of 90 and I've used them...all. I was in pain and they didn't work at all. I can't get a refill til 3wks. I can get Tramadol but I must take like 4 or 5 and that's not a guarantee they'll work. Pls help. Thanks

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I commend you for ur strategy... Sometimes we have to do what's right for us. I will never understand how the doctors appear that they don't care about their patients quality of life. It hurts me to see how much some doctors have changed their way of thinking. I tried the pain patch.. It did nothing! Taking Tramadol along w/Norco...that's cool but taking Tramadol by itself is worthless. I have to take 3 or 4....and that doesn't really help. It's rough. I do hope you can locate a Dr who truly cares and wants to help you....take care

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