User Reviews for Nucynta

It seemed okay. I was more alert than when using oxycodone. After three weeks, the side effects outweigh the positives. It was more psychotic than I had planned. After the 75 mg dose wore off, the drop off was steep. I felt very agitated and somewhat aggressive. Similar to prescribed amphetamine or steroid. It makes me so agitated that I have decided to go back to the Oxy. I also experienced some respiratory distress and diminished vision. Good try as an alternative but it is not for me. Kadian had similar reactions.

Nucynta did not relieve my pain at all. I have seen many negative comments about this new medicine. Many government officials want to do away with oxycodones and force people with chronic pain to get physical therapy. It's unfortunate to punish those who don't abuse their medicines.

After chronic pain for 5 years (bursitis and fibromyalgia), I think I've found a medicine perfect for me. I take 50 mg three times a day; it has helped so much with the fibromyalgia fatigue/fog. I have more energy, feel less depressed, and actually wake up without horrible pain. In the past I have been on Oxycontin, MS-Contin, Hydrocodone, Fentanyl patches, and Dilaudid. Nucynta is helping more than all of the above and it's much different than a typical narcotic. I am pleased!

My patients reported the drug to be moderately effective on their pain, however approximately 50% reported negative side effects including nausea, anxiety and difficulty sleeping.

I found I had unusual energy and didn't feel my back pain, was able to do a lot of the manual chores involved in renovations and spring cleaning that I put off (due to pain and lack of motivation). So far no effects of longing for a dose. I take only when the pain comes back. I'm waiting for the negative but so far ... it's great!

My doctor prescribed Nucynta about a month ago. At first I didn't notice a change to my sciatic nerve pain. He explained that the drug will improve the longer I continue on it. He was right and now I am feeling so much better. Just came back from a walk. I wish all of you a pain free life!!

Nucynta has worked very well for all my aches and pain, from the most severe to those I didn't even know I had. At first, it did make me groggy which was a problem, but I kept taking it anyway because it did take away most of my pain. After a couple of months of use, it takes away my pain, just like it did at the beginning, but I no longer feel sleepy. I feel energetic, happier and am able very active because I hardly feel any pain. I highly recommend it, but you do have to give it a chance because once your body adapts to it, the adverse effects far outweigh the benefits.

My Pain Specialist prescribed me Nucynta four days ago, and I cannot tell you how much better I feel! I am finally getting some relief from my pain! I broke my L1 in 2004, have bulges in my C5/C6, degenerative disc disease, minor scoliosis, fibromyalgia, super loose ligaments (there is some fancy name for it - can't remember the term), no longer make cartilage behind my knee caps (ouch!!!)... the list goes on and on. Anyways, I've been on a whole slew of narcotics - none of which I really responded to - until Opana - which I had to take 10 mg IR - four times a day and it still left me needing more pain relief. Finally, tried Nucynta - and pain levels are nearly gone! Amazing!

I have had this medicine for a week now. I am not totally sure if I like it or not. I cannot sleep if I take one of these pills. They make me feel like on high doses of steroids. They do help with pain from the rheumatoid arthritis. If you do not have trouble sleeping then I think this medicine could work for you. If you are already suffering from sleep problems then I would not advise this medicine.

I have only been taking Nucynta for about a week. It was prescribed to me for severe pain caused by nerve regeneration in my lumbar and sacral joints. I have been very close to being completely pain free thanks to my Doctor's willingness to try this medicine. The only draw backs I've had was pounding headaches the first couple of days. Through God's help and the right medicines, I'm feeling much better

My doctor put me on Nucynta for lower back pain because I told him tabs are taking over my life and to addictive. He said try this medicine and see if you like it. It's less addictive. It takes care of the pain for about one hour but makes me sleepy so I can't take them at work. Tablets made me not only work more comfortable but feel good to. So if you want to try it just remember its not like Lortabs or Percocets.

Tried this medication and it did not work. Side effects were bad. Headache, upset stomach, could not sleep. This medication for 1 month cost over $300.00 and there is no generic.

I was started on Nucynta for severe nerve pain/radiculopathy. I had been taking oxycodone. I found it to be just as effective, but for a shorter period of time. I have experienced increased perspiration and flushing of my face.

I was given this medication after a series of painful surgeries. I took 100 mg every 4-6 hours for pain. This medicine did relieve all of my pain. It made me a bit itchy. The problem came when I tried to get off of it 3 days ago. I'm having SEVERE anxiety, which I've never had before. My doctor said its withdrawal symptoms. I pray I get over this feeling soon.

I have been happy with Nucynta. I have been using it for almost a year. I used hydrocodone/Lortab for almost 8 years & oxycodone/Percocet for about 4 months. The oxycodone made me feel awful. Always tired and stomach issues. I was fine on hydrocodone but I unfortunately built a tolerance after 8 years. I always avoided taking maximum dose but it got to a point where even the max dose wasn't helping and I was very concerned about the Tylenol mix on my liver. I do take milk thistle to try to repair and avoid liver damage. I have had drug addictions in my life, but never to opiates. I always have been very careful with my prescriptions not to take more than prescribed no matter how much the pain. I like that Nucynta feels very mild on the body.

My experience with Nucynta was very dis-appointing. Did not relieve pain any more than a few ibuprofen. And it made me feel tired, sleepy. I have been on many pain medicines in the quest to find something that allows me to function. This one will be at the bottom of my list, mainly due to it's poor performance for me in easing the pain / combined with sleepy, tired and a little dizzy.

The only medication that I have taken, that has done anything to reduce pain from disc herniation.

I have tried tons of pain medicines but Nucynta proved to be very effective. I have had chronic pain for over 25 yrs and Nucynta has proven to be one medicine that actually helps with some side effects but I can handle them. Nucynta was easier on my stomach than Oxycontin.

Had gallbladder removed on Tues. It is Sun. Went home an hour and a half after surgery. Got Nucynta. Felt invincible. Made appointment to get more tests and surgeries same day, went flea marketing, etc. I actually picked up grandkids and wrestled with them, etc. I feel the burn. Back hurts. May have torn surgical sites a bit. Nucynta made it so I no longer faced extreme stress incontinence, halted my 12 year battle with GERD, cured chronic cough. Very good product.

I have been taking Nucynta for about 1 1/2 years now for Fibromyalgia pain in my back. I started on the low dose of 50mg and that worked for a while but had to move up to 75mg. I think I may have to move up to the next mg dose again but that does not mean that the medication is not working. Over the years, my fibromyalgia has slowly gotten worse and I was not on any pain medicines for it because I did not know what was wrong with me. The only side effect I have experienced (besides the drowsiness for the first 2 weeks of taking the medicine) is being itchy. This is a medication that needs to be given the chance of at least 6 weeks before you decide that it isn't working.

It did not work at at. It's cost was $107 and that was with insurance. It caused the worst headache I have ever had in 20 years, I was sent home from work, so I lost pay and then the $250.00 for the cost of my Imitrex injections for the Migraine it caused. I was prescribed it for the pain in my shoulder after a SLAP repair was done.

I have been in pain management for 12 years and have been placed on about anything I've ever heard of. Nucynta 100 mg 4 x daily does a really good job of relieving my pain from herniated discs. I've mainly been on oxycodone 10mg to 30mg roxicodone and the Nucynta works better than either of those for me. It may be due to the amount of time I've been on oxy as to why I can't feel it helping anymore. Been on Nucynta for about 7 months now and its expensive and the worst side effect for me is drowsiness and having difficulty concentrating. I am in recovery now after c5/c6 replaced with titanium screws and a synthetic spacer so I've been on a Dilauded pump 6mg per 4 hours, 20mg roxi, 100mg Nucynta, 700mg Soma and still hurt.

I was just taken off Vicodin and given Nucynta to try for my chronic pain. I have chronic, acute pancreatitis and a kidney blockage. It was hard to find a pharmacy that carried this medication. I ended up going to a hospital pharmacy to have my prescription filled. The medicine is comparable to the Vicodin. I still itch with Nucynta, but not as bad as with the Vicodin. Nucynta's pain relieving effects are short lived. They last for about 3 hours. They change my voice also. I sound like a frog when talking. I am having trouble sleeping. This is only day 3 of taking this medication, so I will have to keep comparing. The medication does give me energy. It makes me groggy after about 45 minutes of taking the medicine.

Helped with my pain (scoliosis), but after a few days I bacame very groggy even on the lowest dose (50 2x per day) Cannot take in the morning. They actually seem STRONGER than Vicoden wich I had before, because of the groggy side effect I really feel doped up on them and have told my Dr. I will use in the future for severe pain as needed, not as a daily thing.

I just tried this medication for the first time and I think it is great.