Best Pain Pill For Back And Arthritis

I have so much pain in my feet, , wrist and knee & legs. Im on Trama-dol hcl 50 mg and Morton. Also prednisone 10 mgs What other meds help with this problem ? ## Hi Binny, What type of pain are you dealing with exactly? Just general pain, or pain from arthritis? If you're able to give me more detail, I can definitely do some research and look at the other options you have. Until then, I would like to recommend acupuncture and essential oils. There are studies that can prove the accuracy of both those methods for pain. I've personally had acupuncture performed on a painful nerve in my foot and it helped tremendously. Essential oils are also beneficial in conjunction with massage therapy. I'll post a link to a page that provides information about certain oils used for pain...

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Friend told me of a pill she heard of for arthritis with the #14 in the name, any ideas, thanks ## No, with a number in the name like that, I would have to assume that it is something that is available over the counter and I have not heard of anything. Just having the number 14 in the name isn't really a lot to go on. Does anyone else have any ideas? ## WHAT ARE THE BEST ANTI-INFLAMMATORIES FOR ARTHRITIS WITH LESS SIDE EFFECTS? ## Dear Sir/Mam, I am a 55 year old female who has had hypertension for a while now and has been on Vinco/D5 for sometime now. I've been having pains in my knee joint for some years now, which is now serious, cos I have only used Analgesics alone for the pain. Please, could you recommend a medication that wouldn't interact with the blood pressure drug...

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I have had moderate to severe back pain for several years now, and have been prescribed meloxicam, vicodin, zanaflex, flexoril, and percocet, just to nam a few. i ignored the pain for several years, but it got to the point where i had to get it checked out. after getting an mri, they discovered several problems with my lower back. degenerative bone disease, slipped discs, arthritis, etc. Most of this is due to the nature of my work, and a couple of motorcycle wrecks. Here is my main question and problem. Out of all of the things that I have been given, I find that oxycodone works the best for me personally, without making me drowsy, or having any other adverse side affects. My doctor was giving me 90 extra strength vicodin per month, with another 90 percocets to use during the extra bad...

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I AM RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS PATIENT. I WANT TO KNOW WHICH MEDICINE WILL CURE OR CONTROL THE DIESES. ## i am having rheumatoid arthritis for about 2 years ## Hello I am sreemon from India age 33, I have pain in the left side of the chest, some times left shoulder and front and back, some times down in the chest, if the pain comes to me I will be getting nummness on the left hand and it will be sweating in the hand, I have gastric problem, every morning I wake up and have some times vomiting sensation. this is happening for the last 6 months, When ever I get the pain in the left side chest or shoulder, My heart rate increases rapidly. Thanking you SreeMon ## i don't know what kind of problems coz when i visit a doctor they different findings that makes me confuse.Before it was my foot h...

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Hi ~ Just got the rheumatoid arthritis tap on the shoulder today. Rinvoq seems to be advertised a lot but I’d sure like to hear from folks who actually are using it. Has it been effective for you? What kind of side effects are you noticing? Anybody? ## I have RA and since there’s no cure for it, I can’t take these types of drugs including the DMARDS they have horrific side effects. But I take pain medication as needed. I don’t know of others who take this but I’ll find out. Best of luck. ## Thank you Bella ~ I am going to have to look up what DMARDS are! The ‘language’ of RA I will have to learn. I am liking your approach, of taking as little as possible of the least damaging, side effect laden medication. I’m 67 and take no meds at all at...

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I have been to several doctors about my knees,I can barely walk at times and its so hard for me to stand at work..ive inquired about the cortisone shots but no one wants to help,all they give is pills that don't help much at all!! Ugh I just want the pain to stop ## Hello, Tonya! How are you? Have you tried seeing a pain management specialist, or a rheumatologist? One of these specialists would likely be your best bet for getting the help you need. Many pain management specialists actually prefer someone try the other options first, before resorting to other options. What is your general location? This information might enable someone to recommend a good doctor in your area. Do you have a PCP that might be able to refer you to someone?

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As a brief background - I have very advanced Degenerative Disc Disease, along with bad arthritis/spurs/nerve damage - all in my neck. 5 of the 7 discs are in terrible shape - I've been told by several doctors that it is very advanced for my age (34). I've been through a great deal of pain management including massage therapy, physical therapy, chiropractors, injections and procedures on my neck. Not a whole lot has helped and I'm trying to avoid surgery. For approximately 12 months the pain was managed by my pain management doctor on short acting oxycodone (30mg 3 times per day). Wasn't the best schedule, especially long term, to manage the pain. So I made the decision to get off that dose schedule by switching to suboxone. Exactly 1 month ago I switched to suboxone, tak...

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i have arthritis and Fibromyalgia. I take either Norco or Percacet. Both make me very itchy. Can I safely take them with Benadryl? ## Hello, Julie! How are you? It would be best to check with your doctor first, to make sure it is safe you, because Benadryl can increase the absorption of most opiates, which may be too much for some people. The FDA also warns that opiates carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## The itching from opiate pain meds is not an allergic reaction and benedryl will not help relieve the itchy sensation. Typical one become itchy when the body has absorbed too much of the drug so you may be on to high of a dose since it is a negative...

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It's a round lavender pill with no imprint on the pill itself. ## Sorry, I can't find anything under that name in prescription databases or otherwise. If there are no imprints on the pill, then it is not a prescription drug from the US, of any kind. All prescriptions sold legally in the US must have, by law, a unique imprint for ID purposes. And I am afraid that since I can't find that name listed anywhere, I am unable to tell you anything about this, sorry. ## Without Rumoquin NF I literally could not get out of bed and walk in the morning for almost an hour. I lived in Mexico for 8 years and suffer with arthritis in all the joints of both legs and my right hand. This is not a pain killer. It is the best anti-inflamatory I have ever used. When I returned to live in the US I...

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Im 78 with a lot of pain in legs groin thighs. Can,t walk. have arthritis in both hips, osteoporosis, and don,t know what to do. I have tried every otc med there is. Doctor gave me every pres. med there is, even shots. nothing works. He gave me a prescription for 5/325 Norco and it helped a little. won,t give me anymore. I live in northwest in. Is there any Help out there from someone.? TY ## Hello, grandma! How are you feeling? I'm very sorry about what you're dealing with. At this point, I think your best bet would be to consult a different doctor, perhaps a pain management specialist, they are usually more knowledgeable about what will help with pain, and aren't as reticent about prescribing medications to help. Norco contains the active ingredients Hydrocodone and Acetam...

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Id like to hear what other people are taking for chronic, acute, progessive pain. My doc wont write for oxycontin / he writes for compounded vicodin up to and over 100mg / yes 100mg compounded locally. I would like to know if any one else is getting compounded hydrocodone ## Is Opama ER 20 mg better for chronic pain than Oxycotin? ## What is compounded vicodin? It doesn't have 100 hydro does it? Can you tell me about it? Thanks! ## I have had chronic arthritis(osteo and other)for 40 yrs.I have tried everything,the best is MSContin 30mg(morphine)2 or 3 times a day,I used to take 4,but was impacted bad.On 3 with senna S(light laxative)I use a hot water enema to avoid straining!No alcohal or street drugs,smoking and I go to church every sunday(christian) You will always have pain,but i...

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I have a torn Labium in my hip, chronic arthritis in my right knee, plus back pain. I'm having surgery soon for my hip (thank goodness). I've been on oxy for 3 years 10/325 and it's not helping any more. Not sure what to do. ## Hello, Rose! How are you doing? I'm sorry that you're in pain. The best thing to do would be to inform the prescribing doctor that it is no longer helping your pain. It is normal to develop a tolerance to a medication that you've taken for a long-period of time and for it to stop working as well, when that happens. It might be time to move on to a different medication to handle your pain. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth an...

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I have had two cervical fusions, five levels of herniated lumbar disk, stenosis, bone spurs and arthritis. I have been taking Oxycodone 15mg 3 X daily for one year. I have noticed less pain relief for shorter periods lately. I see a pan management MD once a month. I don't want to come across as asking for stronger drugs. I would like to know what the next step is when Oxycodone is not effective any longer? Also, how is the best way to talk to my doctor about this? I have had steroid shots and neurotomies performed with little success. I am still keeping up my Grandchildren every day and have no problems with addiction. I have noticed my pain has slowed me down though and I'm just tired of hurting all the time. Any info will be very appreciated. Thank you! ## Its is tolerance and...

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I'm looking for a pain doctor in Burlington Vermont. I have peripheral neuropathy in my feet and rheumatoid arthritis. The doctors just give me gabapentin which does nothing for the nerve pain. ## Hello, I don't live in your area but I can at least give you a link to a website that lists all the doctors in your area and from there you might find one that works best for you. [1] Pain Management Specialists near Burlington, VT I hope this helps. Please feel free to let me know if none of these doctors work out for you and I can help you expand the search and find some doctors who might be further away but work better for you. ## I have been to Dr. Pino twice and he just gives the spinal inj's., all of the pain clinics around here just do that. They are connected to the hospita...

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Help please, Dr has retired without notice. And I'm left wondering what to do next. I have bee on norco, soma for terrible pain for many years. I'm 61 yes old it took for ever to finally get all my meds straight and the one's that work the best. I am not a pill popper druggie just looking for next Dr. I severly have major back problems,' muscle, joint and arthritis problems short list. Any Dr in the east Texas area that will write for pain meds?sammy ## Hello, Sammy! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. Due to the new regulations that were set forth by the DEA last year, you'll most likely need to see a pain management specialist. A general practice physician won't be able to prescribe them for you. The FDA lists Norco as bein...

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diclofenaco75mg, metocarbamol200mg, dexametasona o.75mg what is in this pill, what will it do,how many can you take for pain, and will it harm you. ## This is Rumoquin N.F. available OTC in Mexico. Arthritis and back pain (muscle relaxant). Best just google it. ## Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to alleviate pain, fever, and swelling. Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant that is used to alleviate the pain associated with strains, sprains, and spasms. Dexamethasone is a steroid class medication that is used to treat swelling, allergic reactions, and immune disorders. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, mood changes, acne, dry mouth, stomach irritation, drowsiness, and increased risk of b...

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I have had chronic back pain for years. I was in a motorcycle accident in February. I have degenerated discs and severe arthritis. I am trying to find the best pain management place to go to. I have MRIs, insurance, and can get a referral. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I don't know about laws and which states aren't as strict. I can go to Alabama, Mississippi, or Louisiana.

I have very bad rheumatoid arthritis. I've been taking one pill of Meloxicam 15mg in the morning. Now it's night time and the pain came back. Can I take another pill? ## It would be best not to exceed the prescribed amount. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. What has your doctor instructed you to take? Are on any other medications? ## Ibuprofen 500 mg at. nite because I am in pain, going. for x-ray tomorrow Sandra

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Celebrex 200 mg;Aricept 5m;Prempro (low);Dyazide 37.5/25;levothyroxine 0.112mg;Lorazepam 1mg;Vicodin 5/500 * Omeprazole 20 mg. LOTS OF FOOT & KNEE PAIN FROM ARTHRITIS ## Levothyroxine, which is used to treat Thyroid disorders is most effective when taken in the morning, on an empty stomach, at least half an hour to an hour, before eating. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, weight changes and hair loss. Learn more: Lorazepam is a Benzodiazepine, used to treat anxiety and nervous disorders. Since it can also be used to treat severe cases of insomnia, because drowsiness is a side effect, many people prefer to take it in the evening, before bed. If you are taking it more than once a day, then follow your doctor or pharmacist's instructions. Celebrex contains C...

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I have been on norco 7.5 for two years now. I have severe arthritis in both knees. I take one right before I go to work. I stock shelves at night, at a supermarket. It helps me get through my shift. My doctor retired; and now I have a new doctor. He has me on 50 mg on Tramadol. It's not the same. I'm in more pain now, then I was before. The drug isn't working the same. I have not abused hydrocodone. What do I need to do to convince my new doctor, that Norco is working, and I'm not abusing the pain medication? Any new ideas? please help. ## Hi John, I always say honesty is the best approach and speak from the heart, but whether or not the doctor accepts your message as truth is something that's out of everyone else's control and therefore I don't think it'...

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