[–] newoldwave ago
I don't understand why anyone would be addicted to it unless living in chronic pain. I've taken it for pain after surgery and all I felt was not much pain. So, why else would anyone want it?
[–] DeltaBravoTango ago
After surgery on my wrist I tried to get off it as soon as possible. After 3 days I switched to Advil. Be careful with OTC drugs, though. They can still give you ulcers/liver damage.
[–] Gerplunckamo ago
Sweet Jesus, hydros take me back. Pop 4-5 and buckle up. Acetaminophen has some serious liver toxicity, so don't go too wild.
But yes, opioids are incredibly addictive. Putting a gun to your head would probably do less damage. They're great for pain, but there is a steep price. The sticky icky is a much better alternative, if I do say so myself.
[–] daskapitalist [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Yeah, I want off of them ASAP because of the acetiminophen. If I'm going to be stuck on the couch recovering I'd like to be able to sip a glass of wine, which I know is a no-go with acetiminophen.
[–] Gerplunckamo ago
Be careful, man. I've lost a lot of good, close people to stuff like that. Most of them started out just like you. Injury, surgery, chronic condition, they'll prescribe pain pills for all of them. Then one day it's not enough. And you'll go find more. I've been there. It is not a pleasant place. Its just a black hole that eats up all your time, money, relationships, social obligations.
If it ever does become a problem, I'm not gonna judge. I'm here to listen, and to help if need be.
[–] Awisegrasshopper ago
Every drug you consume no matter the level of danger changes your brain chemistry. We should all pass on prescription drug as much as we can. If it's not absolutely necessary skip it. Cross addiction is a serious problem most ppl don't under stand. Folks who have gastric bypass typically end up with a new addiction, if they get skinny.
[–] MinorLeakage 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
It makes you horrifically constipated, so drink lots of water. And really they aren't so addictive that you can't stop at the end of your prescription. Just don't find a reason to "need" another one.
[–] IBreakCellPhones 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Fun fact: Immodium is an opiate. It acts on the nerves in your gut to slow things down, but it doesn't get into your central nervous system to make you high, painless, or addicted.
My experience with this is mixed. It does reduce pain. However I cannot take it frequently because it can cause me to itch all over. My GF takes it with no problem. I can take 1 or 2 after surgery but that is the limit before I itch horribly. I had to take it with a lot of liquid and some food otherwise it upset my stomach. So read the fine print on the side effects. Here's hoping for the best in your recovery.
I'm on 10mg of Hydrocodone/Tylenol for pain after snapping my tibia in my right leg. Just becareful with it, from what I've learned in my Substance use & Abuse college course, it is addictive. Take it when only if the pain is severe. Drink a lot of water and prune juice with it too, I've learned the hard way a few days ago end up getting opioid-induced constipation. If the pain is marginal with a 3 on a 1-10 scale take Ibuprofen to help with the pain and swelling. Also, keep it elevated.
[–] RoryIan ago
The acetaminophen is more dangerous than the codeine , so says a lot of current research. As for addiction , some people are made that way , they develop a desire for something and cannot stop. Others never do. I am like that , fortunately , not addicted to anything. There is , among some behavioral researchers , a thought that 'addiction,' is nothing more than an excuse . The people who become addicted are those who have little self control. Then physiology takes over and the substance itself changes the user in subtle ways which display as 'addiction.' Thus a physiological change displays itself as ' addictive ' behavior.
Most people do not need to worry . Take the pain med , be glad if it works, enjoy the recovery and then get on with life.