Or is their little or no difference? What works well for back muscle pain after an opperation? Thanks
Whats stronger - Tramodol 50mg or Dihydrocodeine 30mg?
Question posted by Liz12 on 15 Sep 2012
Last updated on 14 September 2015 by Suzanne L Kennedy
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5 Answers
Suzanne L Kennedy
15 Sep 2015
Tramodol 50 if two are taken.
This dihydrocodeine16; my bottle says take 2.
I feel absolutely Nothing . Im very dissatisatified
with this product and honestly would rather just have Tylenal 3. Even tho the acediphemin Hurts my stomache tramendously and my pain doctoc is aware of this and still prescribed me this crap that is doing nothing formy pain but intencefy it till im in tears
Just being honest.
Suzanne
Inactive
18 Sep 2012
Just my opinion, but if you were already taking Tramadol prior to surgery, and they left you with an open wound, you should have gotten something a bit stronger than codeine, which is really a quite mild pain reliever. If you are in pain, you need to let your doctor know ASAP!! Doctors are afraid to prescribe stronger pain killers in this present climate, because apparently, we all abuse them, but they are hurting people who are legitimately in pain!! Speak up, and don't be afraid, just don't abuse what was given to you.
As far as your wound splitting open again, I would suggest going to wound care center. I went to one for months after contracting MRSA, as doctors really not specialists in major wound healing. Hope that you have one nearby, as I feel that is your best bet. Best wishes to you!!
Inactive
16 Sep 2012
Hi Liz, I truly believe your surgeon will best answer this question for you. I don't know where you came up with the names you did, but usually for acute pain, they will use something like percocet to start with after surgery, & hope the surgery helps where you will after a time of healing no longer need pain meds at all. Wishing you the best of luck with your surgery, & pain problems...
Liz12
16 Sep 2012
What names do you mean, in your comments? Thanks
Inactive
16 Sep 2012
I meant the tramadol 50mg, & codeine you mentioned in your question. These are very mild pain relievers. After back surgery you will probably be given morphine or dilaudid in your IV until you can handle taking something like percocet by mouth in pill form. They usually continue this at home until you are recovered meaning the percocet, or until you are having enough physical therapy to get you moving well, & using your muscles again. If you are having muscle spasms, there are many different types & kinds of muscle relaxers, but the surgery, depending on what they are doing, may relieve this problem. I apologize, but with so little information, it is hard to tell you what to expect. Hope this helped a bit... Mary
Liz12
16 Sep 2012
I was on tramadol 1st but i asked for something stronger and they gave me Dihydrocodeine also known as DF118, i dont think these are mild painkillers? And to explain my need' i had a split in the side of my back repaired in May they left gauze to block the hole but its split open again inside and the pain is alot worse since the surgery,so not sure what the next move will be.Rgs Liz
Inactive
16 Sep 2012
Ok, now I think I understand a little bit better. Sorry, thought you were asking about having surgery on your back in the future, not already having had surgery! That was very confusing. You didn't say you were already taking these meds so I assumed you were going to have surgery & wanted to know what of the two would help you the best.I'm still not clear on what you are saying. Is it the muscle that split open or does it involve the spine or what? Sounds horrible. My husband has dealt with open abdominal surgical wounds that have taken up to 3 years to heal so I know how you feel.
Has the surgeon given you any indication of what is next or how they plan to fix this? Where on your back did this happen, & why did they leave the incision open? Did you have infection or something? As far as pain meds, that's really up to your doctor, & I'm sure if they think this is going to take quite some time they will refer you to a pain management doctor.Codeine is considered for mild to moderate pain, & tramadol is considered for moderate to severe pain. Of course there are all kinds of factors. The dose, how often you take it etc... Have you discussed what your doctors plan is with him? Are they planning more surgery or just to let it heal on it's own? It maybe would help someone to give you a better answer if we knew more about this whole thing is what I am getting at. I tried looking to see if you had the info in your profile, but you don't have a profile to go by. I wish I could be of more help to you, & apologize for not understanding your situation, but really believe if your pain meds are not helping you need to talk to your doctor about it. It does sound like you need something sronger like percocet or oxycodone at least if the codeine or tramadol isn't helping you. I do wish you the best... Mary
Inactive
17 Sep 2012
Great answer Mary and well said.
kimologies
16 Sep 2012
I personally have gone thru many different muscle relaxers n found Baclofen 20mg to be the best. Do not take too much of this drug because u won't be able to get up to go to the bathroom. Respect this drug. It is what is given in nursing homes for those whose hands are in distorted positions n need to relax. It also comes in 10mg n I can promise u it will work. Haven't met anyone yet that it has failed to help after suggesting it to them. Hope this helps.
Liz12
16 Sep 2012
Are you saying not to take too much Baclofen or dihydrocodeine? Thanks for your reply :-)
balbanese
15 Sep 2012
The answer is subjective and these meds behave differently from person to person. Your Doc will recommend what they think will work best for you, and you will know in 2-3 days if it does or does not help. Keep Doc in the loop for the best results. Hope this helps.
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