Butrans Questions

Can I take off the butran patch for a little while & still have it work when I put it back on?

I have a test that requires I have it off. & I don't wanna lose one to that. My scheduled day to change it is sun & my test is Mon. So can I put it on & get sundays dose & take ...

Posted 14 days ago • 2 answers •

Butrans side effects - sleepy, itchy and loopy, will these decrease with time?

I was just given Butrans 5mg for RA, and have never taken any painkillers before. I am very sleepy, kind of itchy all over and a bit loopy, but my pain is gone. Do these side effects decrease with ...

Posted 14 days ago • 3 answers •

Butrans patch wd how long?

Hi I've been on b patch 5mcg 6-8 mo then alternating 5-10mcg 6 mo then 10mcg for 8 mo then brutal headaches started. Now I'm done. Last patch 5 mcg last wed. Already in wd pretty bad. ...

Posted 19 days ago • 1 answer •

How long after removing my butrans patch can I take my new meds oxyconton?

Posted 19 days ago • 4 answers •

What is difference in a butran patch and fentanyl patch?

I have a butran 10 patch and was wondering if fentanyl patch would give more relief for my fibromyalgia pain

Posted 22 Apr 2013 • 3 answers •

Butrans patch question - how expensive is Butrans?

My dr suggested I consider it. My only concern is cost. I have insurance, but Thanks. I love these boards.

Posted 9 Apr 2013 • 2 answers •

Butrans - Medicare did not cover the cost and the pharmacy wanted $ 400 for 4 patches. I said no?

The pharmacy stated that I have a Third Party Reject so they are trying to contact my Doctor.

Posted 22 Mar 2013 • 2 answers •

How long does the MSir Sulfate 15mg tablet take, to feel pain relief?

I am new to this medicine and haven't taken it yet.. I had to quit taking Oxycodone 10mg 3x a day because that wasn't helping my breakthrough pain at all!! But I am also on the Butrans ...

Posted 4 Feb 2013 • 2 answers •

Buprenorphine - Asthma and Butrans?

I have a bad cold with chest congestion and of course my asthma always rears it's ugly head with a cold too. I've read that people have actually died from breathing problems while using ...

Posted 31 Dec 2012 • 2 answers •

Butrans - Having broken three ribs in my back, I have been put on the 5mg patches. Do they work?

The codeine phosphate tablets don't work for me and agitate my bowel disorder. Has anyone used them for a same/similar issue.

Posted 20 Dec 2012 • 1 answer •

I have 5 mcg/hr butrans patches to start - if I need a stronger dose can I apply 2 patches ?

some medications can be doubled (as with pills) but wanted to know if these patches work that same way or if i'd need a new Rx for a higher dosage of the medicine if this lowest dosage doesnt ...

Posted 20 Dec 2012 • 3 answers •

How long does the butrans 20/mcg hour take to work?

It's been a week and still no relief.The docter took me offy Percocet 10mg's and put me on this patch. Saying it works wonders, but still no relief. I called my docters office and the nurse ...

Posted 20 Nov 2012 • 2 answers •

Butran 10mg?

I been on butran 10 mg for 3 days now and feel or have no sign of relief... does anyone know anything about these patches... my doc still has me on lortab10's... the purpose for tryn the patch ...

Posted 4 Nov 2012 • 3 answers •

My PM doc has had me on Norcos 10/325 & just added Butrans patches 10mg... whats the purpose?

I read where the Butrans block other narcotic meds... so whats the point... am i wasting my time and money?

Posted 2 Nov 2012 • 1 answer •

Can you use tramodol and 10mg butrans patch together?

Posted 27 Oct 2012 • 3 answers •