Pain Questions (Page 53)

Has anyone taken Zofran for opiate withdrawl symptoms?

I have never heard of this untill today and I like to keep track of drugs to reduce / elimanate the pain/sickness /nastyness of withdrawl. The easier we make it to get off the more kids will be able to live a productive life. As far as I know right now Ibogaine is the gold standard but our... read more

How long does it take the fentanyl patch to start working?

I have severe pain in my neck & lower back. dr. put me on the fentanyl patch. I am still having pain some12 hrs later. was wanting to know how long before i would know it was working?

How long is my script of hydrocodone good for once filled?

I have a script of hydrocodone that is PRN that was filled the end of June. I take them VERY carefully and ONLY if I absolutely need them. I know I have a drug test coming up very soon for employment and was wondering how long this script will cover me for? I am in a ton of pain and want to take... read more

Cortisone injection made me feel sick, dizzy and hurt badly - is this normal?

I recived a cortisone injection in my wrist after about an hour after I got the shot. I felt sick to my stomach, dizzy and my mouth tasted like metal. And the pain at the injection site hurt eminselllllllly. my doctor says this is normal. Is this normal?

I am a diabetic and use toradol shots every 8 days, is there a large risk?

My toradol shots are 60mg, I take insulin once a day, these shots help a lot as I have a bad back and hips.

What can I do for persistent shingles pain.

Persisting Pain -- Shingles - I need help. My sister had shingles but not too much pain before the... rash healed. Last week (two weeks after the outbreak), she has sudden shooting pain lasted about 1 minutes in about 4 to 5 times a day, she is taking gabapentin 100mg , 3 x a day, Veltrix, 3 x a... read more

Why has Pyridium Plus taken off the market?

The best relief for bladder I have ever used. I've been battling burning and pain for twenty years and this is the best medicine I've ever used. Any chance of it being put back on the prescription market. The only med that allows me to live a painfree normal life.

Which over the counter drug can I substitute for percocet?

Acetaminophen/Oxycodone - how do you know when the pills are too old to take?

I take percocet on certain occations when my migrains get out of controll. I found a couple of pills that look more weathered than old but i can't read the identification numbers. The pill is white and round- and looks to me just like what i used to take. still, im kind os skeptical about... read more

Shelf life of Vicodin - how long can you keep it?

what is the 'shelf life' of vicodin 500mg tablets? i've been having a lot of back pain lately and i looked through my medicine cabinet and came across an old prescription of mine from february of 2007. i've been researching if these are still good to take and i came across a... read more

Neurontin - How safe is this drug for elderly people?

My mom is 83, has had coronary bypass but is doing well from that. She has a degenerating spine and eroding discs as well as arthritis, but has many side effects from most pain meds. She sees a chiropractor with some relief, but needs something to take for severe back and hip pain.

Which drugs should I take before breakfast and how long before eating?

Benecar htz, synthroid, limectal, lyrica, Glucafage,cymbalta,zocor,nuvigil,aromisin, vit D , vit B, Multiple vit,Biotin,vit E is morning Ok or should some be taken in the eve, with supper or bedtime?

Suboxone,the worst side effect?

im so sad, i thought i had finally found a cure for my vicodin and other pain med's addicition, suboxone, it was wonderful at first, 3 films a day, no awful throwing up, headaches ect.so like after 1 month of no orgasims, im done.i cant believe i have to go back to the pain meds, so i can have... read more

How long does it take for Cipro to help Prostatitis?

Started last Thursday (500mg?2x per day). Its Saturday night about 9:30pm and I am going to take my last one for today... I can't notice any change.I really have pain when I urinate..This will be the third complete day. Thanks

What will make u test positive for opiates?

I can name a few narcotics that will cause a positive drug test. Correct me if i am wrong, but, methadone and syboxin will not because they are synthetic. And lower grade pain Pills such as darvocets, tramodal, fleurocets, ultracets, etc. Will not show up. Please tell me if I am wrong and list the... read more