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Q: Withdrawals From Hyrocodone
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mc4ever02
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You definitly shouldn't be embarrased about this. It actually happens more frequently than you would think.
I think that doctors need to be more careful when prescribing narcotics as a pain medication for long term use. There is always the chance for addiction.
I have a friend who has been prescribed davocet (sp?) and has been on them for a long time and he is pretty much in denial that he is addicted to them. He says he is in so much pain that if he would stop them that he would be in to much pain to notice any type of withdrawl symptoms. But his doctor keeps prescribing them to him. His moods get altered and he becomes angry easily. He doesn't even notice but everyone around him can tell the difference. Why would this doctor continue to prescribe narcotic pain killers for so long without looking into another form of treatment. It just doesn't make sense to me.
I think that doctors need to be more careful when prescribing narcotics as a pain medication for long term use. There is always the chance for addiction.
I have a friend who has been prescribed davocet (sp?) and has been on them for a long time and he is pretty much in denial that he is addicted to them. He says he is in so much pain that if he would stop them that he would be in to much pain to notice any type of withdrawl symptoms. But his doctor keeps prescribing them to him. His moods get altered and he becomes angry easily. He doesn't even notice but everyone around him can tell the difference. Why would this doctor continue to prescribe narcotic pain killers for so long without looking into another form of treatment. It just doesn't make sense to me.
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I think that doctors need to be more careful when prescribing narcotics as a pain medication for long term use. There is always the chance for addiction. I have a friend who has been prescribed davocet (sp?) and has been on them for a long time and he is pretty much in denial that he is addicted to them. He says he is in so much pain that if he would stop them that he would be in to much pain to notice any type of withdrawl symptoms. But his doctor keeps prescribing them to him. His moods get altered and he becomes angry easily. He doesn't even notice but everyone around him can tell the difference. Why would this doctor continue to prescribe narcotic pain killers for so long without looking into another form of treatment. It just doesn't make sense to me. |
Hi there
I just wanted to jump in and express my opinion on the whole narcotic issue. First I want to correct whomever said that it is Ibuprofen that is in the Hydrocodone. It is actually Tylenol...
As for the narcotics, there is more than just a 'chance' of becoming "dependant", (addicted should be saved for abusers, as there is a difference), it is very likely. BUT, we are also aware of it, and unfortunately it is just something we must face.
We (people on narcotics) HAVE tried "multiple" non-opiate medications, but they are not effective for our chronic and severe pain.
I can tell you that Darvocet is probably at the very bottom of the list when it comes to narc strength. For most of us it is like taking Tylenol
You ask why the Doctor keeps rx'ing them? Because your friend is in a lot of pain
Please do not judge him, and try to be more supportive instead. Do not assume you KNOW how he feels. Your friend is in pain! and if all other meds have not helped, this is what he needs right now. I would not be surprised if he ends up on something stronger. Long Acting meds are for chronic, constant pain. Would you rather him feel the pain instead?
I would ask him if he is abusing the Darvocet. If he says "No", and you trust him, let him treat his pain without you all adding "guilt" to his problems
No offense, I just know what it is like to have to contend with family members who did not know how much pain I am in. They do now...
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Angelikat
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Kjms
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keep_it_real
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Np You can also get it with less tylenol, which is good for those who take it often. Alot is not good, and can actually be quite toxic...
You can also get it with less tylenol, which is good for those who take it often. Alot is not good, and can actually be quite toxic...
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