Back Pain Questions (Page 21)

Naproxen Cold Turkey ??

Was told to quit taking Naproxen, at least 6 to 10 days before surgery. What happens when you quit all of a sudden? Surgery was suppose to the 3rd, but because of the med's, now we are on for the 30th, or to fill a time slot if someone cancels.

Why can't I take ibuprofen when taking a medrol dose pack?

i was given a medrol dose pack for back pain, and also percocet, but do not want to take the percocet so that i can try to work. Why can't i take ibuprofen for pain while on the dose pack?

How long can you safely take 300mg. Gabapentin, 3X daily?

I have had 2 back surgeries including a double-fusion using my own bone. After 20 years I developed terrible back pain and sciatica. An MRI showed significant arthritis, calcification and stenosis. I also have migraines and the Gabapentin has helped a lot in both areas, with minimal side effects.

If Norco are waring off before the 12hrs can I take 600mg ibuprofen or a 500 mg Tylenol or an Aleve?

Will Diclofenac show up in a drug screen?

I am taking these for back pain but don't want to fail a drug screen for pre employment drug screen

Should I take asprin or Tylenol while my diverticulitis is flaring up?

I have fever and pain related to diverticulitis. Should I take an NSAID or Tylenol?

I wanted to know if taking 2 of the 500 mg acetaminophen L484 was the same as taking 1 Vicodin?

Cymbalta 30mg side effects from ONE dose?!?

My doctor just prescribed me Cymbalta 30mg once a day for depression and I am having what I perceive as insane side effects. I've been nauseous any time I eat and now my stomach just hurts. My joints hurt. My muscles hurt. (I'm athletic so this is not normal). I've been tossing and turning all... read more

What is the best time to take Lyrica so one can sleep with bulging discs in lower spine?

I would prefer to only take this medication at night, as it makes mevery drowsy during the day and i am on targin 30 in am 40 in pm and panamax 2 x 4 a day. Bulging disc started suddenly and I have two, L2/:L3, L4/L5, and this pain is worse then 3 lot sof pancreatitis and a whipple procedure for... read more

Spinal Fusion - In July of 2016, I had a four level fusion from L2 to S1..Fast forward to April of?

... 2017, I am no longer in pain in my legs, but my back pain has increased 4x from where it was. I am currently only on 4 10mg. of roxicodone, but my pain management doctor wants to start to wean me off that. Is there another drug I should ask him about?

Can I use Voltaren gel for lower back pain? Is it better to use a heating pad or ice and how soon?

I have a pain in my lower back and want to use Voltaren gel on it but I didn't know if I should follow it up with an ice pack or follow up with a heating pad and which one is better or does it affect the treated area at all? How soon after putting the Voltaren on can I use the heating pad or ice... read more

If I take 150mg of tramadol, will I be okay?

I have taken up 100 mg 3 or 4 times, and 50mg once. I weigh 130lbs. I'm having severe back pains and my doctor prescribed me 100mg a day, but it doesn't work anymore. Thanks.

Why do I still feel so bloated after Mirena removal?

I had my third IUD replacement 4weeks ago. After days insertion, the severe cramps/severe bloating/pressure/ back pain/ urinary frequency/abd pain/pain with sitting!/ pain with movement/continued. I reported my symptoms to Gyn nurse after day 5. Day 8 had transvaginal Ultrasound that verified... read more

Can I take Aleve with my medicines, methocarbamol 750 and prednisone 10 mg when my head hurts?

Thanks. That's all I want to know at this time.

Naproxen 2000mg/day for 5 days, could it make some damage?

I've been diagnosed with slipped disc and prescribed naproxen 2x 250 mg twice a day, so 1000mg a day. After a week another doctor prescribed me 500mg tablets and because I didn't realised i was still taking 4 tablets a day, so 2000mg a day for 5 days! Until now, when I just noticed. I haven't... read more