Pain Questions (Page 25)

How fast should Acyclovir work?

I was told that I have herpes yesterday, but I feel like I waited too long to go to the dr, this is my 1st outbreak & it's absolutely the worst pain in my life . The dr gave me this med 400mg 3x a day . When will I find some relief ? So far I've taken 4 pills since yesterday &... read more

I have had a headache for almost a week straight?

I went to the doctor, who told me it was a sinus infection and put me on an antibiotic. I have had sinus headaches before, and they don't feel anything like this. Nothing is helping with the pain and I don't know what else to try. I have honestly never had a headache like this in my life!... read more

Looking for an alternative to Lyrica for neuropathic pain control. Too expensive in Canada. Ideas?

Nerve damage, extensive, due to Muscular Dystrophy, causes extreme pain in lower legs and hands. Gabapenten caused seizures and I now take oxazepam. By itself, not enough, Dr suggested lyrica.

What can you take for muscle pain when on xarelto?

Has severe back pain and muscle weakness occurred since starting Repatha?

Does anyone have severe joint and bone pain after taking Prolia? Mine hurt so bad I can hardly move?

I am due my second shot in September and if this is a side effect I sure do not want to take another one.

I am taking 2200mg gabapentin for pain imsomnia itching I am now wetting the bed help anyone else?

Have this problem I am lucky if I sleep 2 hours but my pain has gone away I don't now what to do put up with the pain or wet the bed my doctor said wetting the bed will subside gradually. I have taken to wearing depends to bed but it makes me feel so humiliated.i am only 54 years old and feel... read more

Cymbalta, all temp or perm negative effects (do they outweigh benefits)?

ANYTHING ABOUT CYMBALTA FROM EXPERIENCE IS MUCH APPRECIATED. Hi, I'm 19. Ive been struggling with depression for 8 years, anxiety 7, and chronic pain for 5 years. I have never taken medication; due to being afraid of worsening these issues, especially depression and anxiety. I let my Dr.... read more

Taking Xarelto cause stiffness in lower back pain?

Baclofen - How does baclofen work in gastritis?

Emergency doctor prescribed baclofen for abdominal pain while I think it's gastritis. How does it work here? Came home still with upset stomach, belching and sour mouth. Also prescribed pantoprazole.

I'm wondering if anyone has any idea how long PHN usually hangs on before it runs its course?

i.e, Has anyone's doctor had any answer to that? Has anyone found anything other than drugs that help the pain?

Have allergies to hydrocodone, Demerol, and dilaudid. What can I take for severe pain?

I recently developed an allergy to hydrocodone. I break out in intense itching throughout my entire body. I also had an allergic reaction to dilaudid after they gave it to me in the ER - I again broke out in intense itching throughout my body and my face swelled up. I've had two reactions to... read more

How strong is tramadol 50mg? when I take them for my back I get very happy. Is this normal?

Also i cant sleep when im on them but when i lay in bed it feels so good. is this normal?

Can the drug doxycycline cause a ulcer in stomach/esophagus?

I have horrible stomach and esophagus pain when I swallow water or food since taking this drug. Similar to labor pains, it comes every 12-20 minutes when standing or sitting. Relief when lying on my side. My er doctor prescribed this drug for bronchitis and a migraine infection. 100mg 2x daily. I... read more

Does methadone show up in a urine test as just an opiod like hydrocodone or will it show up as meth?

does methadone show up in a urine test as just an opiod like hydrocodone or will it show up as methadone on a urine test. im coming off my pain meds and am using small amounta of methadone every 3-4 days to stay away from the hydrocodone... but if the VA finds out im takind methadone i will lose my... read more