Pain Questions (Page 33)

Is penicillin good for pain when you have a tooth ache?

Can I take aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetamol along with tramadol?

If the pain is really bad?

Has anyone had hemorrhoids removed by laser surgery?

Hubby has had hemorrhoids for years and finally wants to have them taken care of. What are the latest techniques on having them removed? Do they even have laser surgery for this? Or is it like a regular surgical procedure? What can he expect? Recovery time? Any help is much appreciated!!

How much Tramadol before tolerance begins?

I have what I believe to be Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with a number of various symptoms. The only thing that has ever given me relief is Tramadol. I never use more than 100mg per day and skip some days. I am afraid of building up a tolerance. Anyone have an idea on the average a what frequency of... read more

For those on Methadone for chronic pain: What medications work for you for breakthrough pain?

I understand that Methadone is a large molecule and covers the opiate receptors really well, so not much else will work. I've been using Fentora for breakthrough pain, but my doctor doesn't want to prescribe that anymore. One idea is oxycodone - are there other medications that might work? Thank... read more

Can Suboxone cause severe and chronic pain?

I have been on Suboxone for 8 months now for an opiate addiction. Around 8 months ago I started having occasional back pain and told my doctor about it. I asked if it was from the Suboxone and he told me it wasn't (although it is a side effect). 4 months ago I started having constant and severe... read more

Does oxycontin help you sleep?

I have severe dics pain in my neck and bone spurs. I have tried everything pain killers and it makes me not sleep and anxious. Sould it make you sleep at night

Will different opiates (pain meds) show individually in a urine test ? Will the results come up as?

I am under a physicians (neurologist ) care , and am being prescribed 30mg. oxycodone 4x daily . On many occasions , I will need an extra dose or two for the day , and then I run out of my medicine before I'm supposed to . My Dr. tells me that my ins. will not cover a longer lasting version of this... read more

Can diclofenac be used for tooth pain?

I take 1200 mg Gabapentin tid. Lately I have tried 1800mg tid. Is that too much?

My pain dr has told me that dosages are very individualized. How much is safe? I have an appt next wk so I can ask him then I guess. Just curious

Percocet 10/325 - About how much would a 120 bollte of percocet 10-325 cost without insurance? My?

... insurance plan is changing at years end and im gona lose my co-pay. any input would be greatly appreciated

Acetaminophen/Oxycodone - do the pills expire?

Mine are two years past the expiration date, but the doctors in my area are treating me like a junky and i have strep throat so bad i can't take the pain. Does the expiration date affect the effectiveness of the drug?

Can you take Norco after Suboxone?

I've been on Suboxone approx 2 months - and recently found out i have to have some extensive oral surgery. I will need to take Norco following surgery and want to see if anyone else has had similar experience or would know if I will go through Suboxone withdrawals... while taking the Norco... not... read more

Oxycontin vs morphine sulfate?

I've been taking oxycontine 40mg 2x a day for about 6 months for severe pain and they aren't working anymore .So, my doctor wrote a perscription for morphine sulfate er 40mg 2x a day .Is this equal or is there a percentage from one to the other ?? I know there isn't a 40 mg .They either come... read more

Is is true that methadone blocks the effects of other opiates like oxycodone?

i was recently prescribed 5mg of methadone HCI 2x a day and 10mg of oxycodone for breakthrough pain. Someone told me that methadone blocks other opiates, but then why would my Dr. put me on oxy with the Methadone? Thank you!