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Q: hydrocodone dosage & addiction

asked by: Beth_Weekley on January 23rd, 2008

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The doctor has assured me I can not become addicted to this medicine, have been taking 3 - 4 per day since last year for arthtiris and joint pain as well as lots of problems with my spine.
I have tried the other arthritis drugs and all have effected my stomach. No stomach problems with this and no craving for additional tablets during the day unless I'm in pain. I have never exceeded the 4 per day and have not received any 'high' from the drugs, just minor pain relief.
For those that have been on this medicine, is there a time when four will no longer work and how high can it be increased to still not be addicted to the medicine.
I am 65 years old, 5'6" and weigh 255 pounds. It is so easy to recommend I lose weight but it seems impossible, most days I'm on the sofa waiting for the next time to take the medicine.
I have lost all interest in being with others, due to my weight and pain and spend most of my time with my dog, my best and only friend.
Thanks for any replies,
Beth

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Galaxy

replied on January 23rd, 2008

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I have a feeling that this post is not so much about possible addiction as a way of reaching out to others. I do not think you really have lost interest in being with people, it is just that your physical problems make it so difficult for you.

You have come to the right place if you want to join in and 'meet' some very nice people. Maybe you can share your ecperiences and help others find a way through their problems.

Please contunue to post and tell us more about how your arthritis impacts on your everyday life. This is not idle curiosity - I also have arthritis in my spine and it helps to share experiences.

Beth_Weekley

replied on January 24th, 2008

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Hi,
From your post, is sounds like you have great insight in the way people feel.
After my husband's death, it was deciced I would function better near a family member, so I moved 200 miles from my life long friends and immediately my health began to decline.
The first doctor said I needed darvocet, caused stomach problems, lots of ct scans and mri's that determined reasons for the pain.
I do not want to become addicted yet would like to feel better.
Thanks,
Beth

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