How Long Does Control Release Medication Last

Just switched from methadone 30mg daily for chronic neck pain. Herniated c3456. I was taking it 3x a day and it just stopped working. PM Dr switched me to dilauded 8mg 3xs a day. How ever it last about 3-4 hours. Is this normal ## You may need to speak to your doctor about adjusting the dose, so it works longer, or perhaps switching to the time released formulation to keep your pain under control longer. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. How long have you been taking it? ## 5 days now. I called my Dr he told me in the visit that it may not last ## I have been taking methadone 5 mg 3 times a day, I asked my dr to ween me off ...

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I recently had a major cervical and spine surgery. But still the pain is very severe with me taking 20mg of oxycodone every 3 hrs plus 1000 mg of Tylenol Extra every 6 hrs. What do you suggest? ## Hello, Salem! How are you? You may want to try asking your doctor about trying Oxycontin, it's a time released formulation of the Oxycodone that lasts for 12 hours, so it could give you better pain control. 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 and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I need to know what the fillers are in the oxycontin Tablets 10 mgm made in the UK and distributed by Mundipharma P/L Bridge St Sydney. I have a patient with a dairy allergy and who cannot tolerate Lactose as a tablet filler. ## Hi Robert, It is difficult to answer this question unless you can post the specific manufacturer name. Manufacturing processes differ between each company, and even generic products of the same drug can have different fillers / inactive ingredients. Because of that, the best starting point to knowing the proper answer is to first ascertain who is making the pills in question. Hope this makes sense! Let me know what you think... ## The manufacturer of OxyContin (until last year there were no generics; the patent does not officially expire until 2006, 20 years aft...

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I am 57 years and taking Aten – 25 every day for last 10 years to control high blood pressure (BP). BP is under control now. Recently a doctor advised to replace it with MET XL Extended release 25 everyday. Please advise ## Hello, Mir! How are you? Did they say why they wanted you to switch? It could be just because you've been taking the other for such a long period of time. Our bodies do get used to anything we take regularly for long periods and sometimes, it is good to switch.

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My primary dr has me on 10 mg percocet, 2 every 4 hrs for chronic/severe leg pain but it has lost it's effectiveness. I have appt w/pain mgt clinic on the 18th for the 1st time and am hoping they rx something stronger & definitely something that lasts longer. I haven't slept a full night in almost 2 years due to waking up in pain, taking meds, waiting for them to kick in and waiting to fall asleep again. Does anyone have an educated guess on what they may rx or what works well for this problem? Just curious and very excited at the prospect of having this pain under control. ## There are actually several time released medications that they may choose from. The most commonly used contains Oxycodone, it's called Oxycontin. There's also a time released Morphine available...

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need info on 8mg dilaudid and what might be a good medication for breakthrough pain while taking this med every 2 hours. please help. ive been on oxycontin & roxycodone and cant find them anymore thats why i changed to dilaudid. please help. ## Opana Ir Or Er im sure an Opana 40 Er would would cover your pain if not try Morphine, I prefer morphone. Hydro-morphone= dilaudid. Oxy-morphone=Opana. I say Opana is ATLEAST equal to an Oc 80. Fentayln patches also work great as well as liquid Morphine Sulfate. Mainly for Iv but can be ingested. ## YEs, if you're on the regular release formulation, you may want to ask your doctor about using the time release formulation for longer pain control. As was already mentioned, it's called Opana ER. Does anyone else have any ideas to add? ##...

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Could you please let me know how many companies make 40mg oxycontin the 40mg I get from perdu pharma I had 1 past right through me still round but the color change from brown to white and they are taking way to long to work and do not last. Would like to try a different 40mg from another company. ## Hello, Barry! How are you? Currently, the time released formulation, Oxycontin, is only available from Purdue. To try to keep better control of the supply in order to curb theft and diversion, the others were removed from the market. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. There are generics available from multiple manufacturers of the...

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How many hrs time release is 100mg morphine abg? ## These are designed to slowly release the medication over a period of 12 hours, though in some cases of severe pain, a doctor may prescribe them to be taken as soon as every 8 hours to try to give someone better pain control. Learn more Morphine details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## How long does ABG 15MG last...

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What reason would a doctor prescribe morphine sulfate er and oxycontin ir at the same time? ## Hello, Cyn! How are you? To try to help someone get better pain control. The Morphine ER is a time released medication and the OxyIR is an instant release medication, it's usually taken for breakthrough pain that the time released medication doesn't always control. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Because one is long lasting..er.. extended release..the other I.m. immediately release.. One to help with break through the other to carry u through ## did you just get done with a car c...

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I ordered metoprolol succ ER 25- this tablet is oval white marked W 34 ## Yes, you have received the correct medication, this tablet does contain 25mgs of extended release Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker that is used to help control high blood pressure and treat cardiac conditions. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## MD prescribed Toprol XL 25 MG QD for me. I had the script filled a few times now, the pills are oval, scored, with a M B imprint on them. Last time I got them filled the pill looks different, I am trying to make sure this is the correct drug. The new bottle has pills that are white, scored, with an imprint of a W 34 on them. Are these pills the same drug? Thanks.

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What does the NDC code represent on label of medicine? ## It's a 10 digit, 3 segment number that's designed to allow the medication to be identified according to labeler, product and original package size. So, the first segment, which is the labeler segment and it is assigned by the FDA so they basically know who the last person was the had control of the drug, before it was shipped. So, the labeler can be a manufacturer, or just a lower representative that repackages and distributes the medication. The second segment, the product code, provides the specific details about the medication, including the strength, dosage form (tablets, capsules or etc.) and formulation, such as regular release or time released. The final number, is exactly what it sounds like, just the package info...

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i am using cetapin xr 500 mg for the last 18 months and developed scalp psoriasis and indegestive problems ## Cetapin XR contains a time released formulation of Metformin, which is an oral antidiabetic medication that's used to help lower and control blood sugar. The digestive issues can be a side effect of it, but I've never heard of it causing psoriasis. Learn more Metformin details here. Do you take any other medications? Has anything else changed about your diet or lifestyle? ## iam 26 old & dedicuted pre diabaties 10 months bacb.iam in control now.my hba1c result is always between 6 to 6.3 &now iam useing cetapin xr 500mg thrice daily.my weight is 58kgs & height is 5.5 am i all right with the facts...and the good news is iam 2 months pregenent now....your recome...

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original perscription for Cardizem 1st generic given diltiazem er 240mg cap last refilled with diltiaz cd 249/24 is this all the same med? ## Yes, they are all the same medication, 240mgs of Diltiazem in a controlled release formulation that's meant to be taken every 24 hours, they are just manufactured by different companies. Even the abbreviations mean the same thing, though they look different. The ER stands for extended release and the CD is for controlled dosage, but both designate that it is a time released formulation of the medication. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My brother takes Oxycontin 80 mg. for timed release pain management and 30 mg. roxycodone for break thru pain. He has seen the same doctor and went to the same pharmacy for over 10 years. Suddenly last month, drug store did not have the 30 mg. available for a few days and this month, I was told that 30 mg. were no longer available. I cannot get his medication anywhere ( the 30 mg.) Are they no longer on the market? ## Roxicodone (regular timed to act) and Oxycodone(contin) (longer time acting) are essentially the same medication but here apparently prescribed for different effects. Short and long term pain control. So, to summarize, they are essentially the same drug but with different prescription for use, and most likely different brands. ## The 30mg dosage is still available, but the...

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one side purle/with mylan 1560 and the other side white with mylan 1560 ## what is it for ## it is a siezure medication, its to control siezure activity ## To be more precise, this is Phenytoin 100mgs Extended Release, a generic for Dilatantin. This is used to help control and prevent epilepsy seizures and it can be used to treat some nerve pain. Phenytoin Capsule Image Click Here ## i take this pill but i gain weight and specialy my breast geting bigger ## I have been taking this for years now and yes it has made me gain weight and i take 4 a day, i have seizures/blackouts only the last 7 years, i wish there was something else i could take insted of these every day. ## i have my regular prescription phenytoin 100 mg, the capsule says mylan 1560, inside this capsule is a long unmarked w...

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OPON on one side. 60 on the other side round. Reddish in color ## If the marking is OP 60, then it is a 60mg Oxycontin tablet, which contains the narcotic Oxycodone in a time released formulation. Learn more Oxycontin details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have been given 60mg oxycontin for severe pain however I have some concerns. Because this is controlled release does that mean a dose of oxycodone throughout the day at 60mg? Or a dose of 60mg that last throughout. In other words is it gonna be like I took 60mg of oxycodone at once?

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I received this from mail order after taking wellbutrin 300 xl for about 5 years. The round white pill's only marking is A102. has anyone had experience with this medication? Is it realy the same? ## Just last month mypill had WPI 3332 on it. This months refill has the A 102. ## Yes A 102 contains 300mgs of controlled release Bupropion, the active ingredient in Wellbutrin and Zyban. This is an antidepressant that is also used for smoking cessation. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dry mouth. Read more: Are there any other questions? ## Is it safe to take Prestiq and Bupropion at the same time? ## Yes. They work on different chemicals in the brain. My psychiatrist added Prestiq to my 300mg bupropion. It makes a big difference in making me feel better....

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I have oxycodone and OxyContin a few different strengths. Oxycodone HCL IR 15MG TAB, Oxycodone 10MG immediate rel tabs, OxyContin 30MG controlled release tabs, OxyContin 40MG tablet, Oxycodone HCL 20mg IR Tablets. They are name brand not generic. My father passed away from cancer last month. What's the best thing to do with the remaining pills? Pharmacy won't allow a return for a refund. ## Hello, Kyle! How are you? I am very sorry about your loss. While they won't allow a return for a refund, they can safely dispose of them for you, if you take them in and ask them to do so. Alternatively, the FDA says the proper way to dispose of them would be to add them into some undesirable substance, such as damn used coffee grounds, or dirty cat litter, place the mess into a sealed co...

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I have been taking half a tab of Seloken XL 25mg each morning for the last 3 years for high bp and my bp remains 130/90. Do I need to continue taking this or should I consult my doc for a change of medicine? ## Seloken XL contains the active ingredient Metoprolol in a time release formulation, it is most commonly used to help control high blood pressure. You definitely need to keep taking the medication and consult with your doctor regarding any changes. That is still not a normal blood pressure reading and stopping this medication abruptly can cause severe health problems, such as sudden blood pressure spikes, cardiac problems and heart attacks.

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I0took a Norco for 3 years and my doctor stopped Norco the first Day taking oxycontin my stomach was hurting and I felt nauseous and I had a headache do you know the reason why she put me on oxy 20 milligrams Op I've been diagnosed with a bulged disc l5 s1 4.0 millimeters ## Hello, Mikey! How are you? You were likely experiencing a slight withdrawal effect, because you went from a regular release medication to a time released one. And the reason she put you on the Oxycontin is probably to try to help you get better pain control, since lasts for 12 hours. 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 and constipation. How are you doing now?

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