How many acet/caffeine/codeine 30mg is it safe to take at one time for chronic back pain?
Question posted by 7drawde7 on 25 April 2023
Last updated on 25 April 2023
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The truth is that I am not giving you a hard time but this is a prescription medication only, your Dr. must have given you the dosage necessary for your condition. I know about chronic pain, but your question comes with a serious responsibility and we both know codeine is an opioid, although considered a weak one but the fact of the matter is that it is an opioid and only a medical professional can answer your question due to that there are risks involved, and I am not a DR. and feel it is not my place to take on such responsibility if something were to happen to you.
I know you will not like my answer, but it is the plain truth and sometimes the truth offends certain people, it is what it is, seek professional medical advice and have a Dr. take the responsibility of your treatment.
How should I take codeine?
Take codeine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Codeine can slow or stop your breathing. Never use this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
Codeine may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. MISUSE OF NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription. Selling or giving away codeine is against the law.
Take this medicine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily to help prevent constipation while you are taking this medicine. Do not use a stool softener (laxative) without first asking your doctor.
Do not stop using codeine suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using this medicine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep track of your medicine. Codeine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
Do not keep leftover opioid medication. Just one dose can cause death in someone using this medicine accidentally or improperly. Ask your pharmacist where to locate a drug take-back disposal program. If there is no take-back program, mix the leftover medicine with cat litter or coffee grounds in a sealed plastic bag throw the bag in the trash.
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