Acetaminophen / codeine for Pain User Reviews (Page 4)

• Ala...
• March 15, 2021

Acetaminophen / codeine "Had 8 extractions today due to infection spreading through my jaw, as well as a dental fistula (popped abscess) drained in 2 different spots. Antibiotics, TEC 3, and Ketorolac Tromethamine 10 mg. So far, the TEC 3 has done well and kept me comfortable. Just happy I don't have to cuddle up to an ice pack to sleep now. Don't read too much, everyone reacts differently to meds, especially if they contain opioids."

• Mos...
• July 21, 2016

Acetaminophen / codeine "I fell on concrete, and they called it a chest wall contusion. Fractures don't always show up on x-ray. They gave me Tylenol 3 because if I wasn't moving, I had no pain. Well, it's been over a week, and I tried to work my physical labor job...PAIN!! This med hasn't helped me much except for sleep. However, I did wake up at times in pain. Too much Tylenol can do liver damage, so be careful not to take too much."

• sir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 29, 2018

"First, let me say that after reading many comments, I'm surprised that people use Empracet for toothaches. They should use an anti-inflammatory like Celebrex or naproxen, not codeine, because the pain is due to inflammation. Anyway, I'm taking Empracet 30 (acetaminophen and codeine) for shingles in my face. If you think that a toothache is painful, shingles is WORST. Codeine helps in 2 ways. It removes the stress from having shingles and helps with the pain. If you try to use it for something that has to do with bones (breaking, surgery, root canals), it won't help much. I had surgery on my hand, and they had to cut the bones in my small finger and put some pins to hold the 2 bones together so that they fuse together. THIS was PAINFUL, and Tylenol/codeine didn't do much, even if I took 2 or 3. Some new medications for pain management will come soon. I hope so. I live in Québec, so the Rx is almost free, cost = $5 for 20 pills. Doctor = $0"

• Mat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2023

Acetaminophen / codeine "I have a bad infection underneath my second molar. Never in my life have I felt that much pain ever. I was given Tylenol with Codeine #3 once the whole thing unfroze. What a piece of junk. I could have eaten a banana, gummy bears, or drunk a glass of milk, and it would have been the same result. Not even close to removing the pain. Why do they give this to people with searing dental pain?"

• jww...
• September 9, 2016

Acetaminophen / codeine "Removed tonsil was very painful. By chance, I found that Tylenol #3 and aspirin combined to remove ALL pain. I take aspirin regularly, but it wears off in about 4 hrs. So my first T-3 acted in conjunction with the aspirin, then wore off. So I took another T-3 and nothing happened. I realized I needed another aspirin. I took another adult aspirin - the fire went away. Then I called my Dr. He said, 'We know that, but we don't rec it because aspirin causes some to bleed. You've been taking it a long time and you don't bleed.' Tylenol #3 will also stop a severe cough, where nothing else works, e.g., from bronchiectasis."

• eve...
• September 26, 2011

Acetaminophen / codeine "I use this for my pancreatitis, NASH, and inflamed spleen. I have other health issues as well. Currently, this works far better than Vicodin or Darvocet. Those two did nothing for me with the pain, this at least takes the edge off, though. At times, it does make me sleepy and drowsy at work."

• Geo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2023

"I had a very large ulcerated burn, scars, and joint pain. So, my doctor prescribed 30 mg MSIR (morphine) twice a day and Codeine #3 with Tylenol for breakthrough pain. 300 mg Tylenol and 30 mg codeine is my current dosage. I was badly burned in combat, and my scars are now badly ulcerated with infection, causing very severe chronic nerve pain. I have to honestly say that sometimes the #3 works better than the morphine. I'm very happy with the #3 but wouldn't use it without having another pain reliever like morphine. It'll get you through, perhaps 2-3 days by itself but becomes ineffective for me using it as a single dose after 2 days; otherwise, like I said, it works very well for breakthrough. I've been in pain management for over 20 years and have stepped my dosages down considerably, and so far the MSIR and the Tylenol with codeine number three are the best combination I've had in the last 20 years. I hope this helps anyone looking for answers. BTW, I will be changing from the morphine to tramadol 300 mg extended release next month."

• Bro...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 21, 2016

"I am annoyed to the nines that the medicine they prescribed to me for my broken ankle-broken in 3 places with a need for surgery-is also prescribed for sprains and hurt wrists and dental work. I am in so much pain that I cannot sleep. I have a decently high pain tolerance, and this is ridiculous. My body is shaking from the pain of just resting my leg, and this medicine is doing absolutely nothing."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2021

Acetaminophen / codeine "Doesn’t really work. Had massive sinus infection with a blockage pushing on my dental nerves. I have never been in such horrible pain in my entire life. I wanted to bang my head on the floor and was prescribed these. Absolutely NOTHING. Worthless."

• Jil...
• November 8, 2017

Acetaminophen / codeine "I have been taking triptans on and off over the past 7 years, even though I favor homeopathic and naturopathic medicine over prescription drugs, but was desperate as suddenly getting migraines after menopause for the first time! After finally suffering rebound headaches, as my doctor did not warn me, I couldn't sleep or was being woken up with pain, so asked for Tylenol 3 for the pain, and after taking one a day solely for only 2 weeks, I was off the triptans, it felt like a miracle! However, once over the hurdle, don't take codeine for a long time, as that can cause rebound headaches as well, but it got me through!"

• bre...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 12, 2017

Acetaminophen / codeine "Suffered a SAH (subarachnoid brain hemorrhage) 7 years ago and have been taking T-3's regularly in order to deal with post-incident headaches, which can be quite sudden onset, primarily due to exertion at work (lots of physical work in the agriculture sector). Headaches are caused by blood trapped in my cerebrospinal fluid until it can break down small enough to pass back through the membrane - xanthochromas. After taking this dosage of up to 6 tablets a day, I was quite concerned about my liver functionality, however, I just was tested pre-op for rotator surgery and was pleased to still have 97% functionality. Ask your doctor for a functionality test in order to make an informed decision before continuing its use, it may not be adverse for you."

• Pos...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 18, 2017

Acetaminophen / codeine "After I was discharged from intensive care, I reported no pain, and no painkillers were given previously. After being given Tylenol 3 in liquid form, I started to experience pain with an extra-large headache. The pain was in my eyes, temples, and ears, not to mention my throat. I got cold, and my legs started to shake. Then I experienced more swelling in my throat than before, but I thought that this was post-op normal. After the second dose, I started to panic quietly inside, and I couldn't get liquid Advil out of my mind! The nurse only had tablets, so my husband arrived and rushed me to the pharmacy to get some Children's liquid Advil, and 30 minutes later, I was pain-free! I'm not touching my prescription for Tylenol 3 and will tell the doc ASAP."

• tsg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 6, 2015

"Severe infection of tooth roots over a holiday weekend sent me to the ER. Extreme pain prevented sleeping. The ER prescribed Tramadol, which was completely useless. The dentist following Monday morning prescribed acetaminophen/codeine with penicillin, also ibuprofen for in-between pain. So far, it's been good enough to allow me to sleep some. Unfortunately, because of the idiots on the streets stealing and selling/abusing Vicodin and other stronger opiates, the doctors are extremely conservative now when prescribing pain meds."

• Biz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2022

Acetaminophen / codeine "I was prescribed Tylenol #3 following a wisdom tooth extraction on my right side. Unfortunately for me, Tylenol #3 did nothing for the pain unless I took 2 pills, even then, the discomfort never went away. Pain was excruciating, and the buzz/pain relief only lasted a couple of hours. Advil and an ice pack did a better job than this drug. If your doctor prescribes this to you following a surgical procedure/extraction, please try to request something better. I had my left side wisdom teeth extracted and was prescribed oxycodone by my previous surgeon. Pain was incredibly tolerable, and the recovery was a breeze! It's unfortunate that these new doctors are so scared to prescribe what these pills were designed for - real pain - not everyone is trying to catch a buzz."

• rus...
• October 10, 2011

"I have been taking this medicine now for over 13 years. I used to take as much as 9 #4 a day. I now take only 4 pills a day. I get very bad pains in my feet because of being a diabetic, I have stopped getting pain by not waiting until the pain starts. It helps me sleep, and most of the time it prevents the pain from starting."

• Gal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2017

Acetaminophen / codeine "I was prescribed Tylenol with codeine for when my gallstones act up. Well, it does nothing for me. This last episode of pain woke me up out of my sleep, took my Tylenol with codeine, and 30 minutes later, no relief. To top it off, because I had no relief from the pain, I ended up puking...ugh! I'm better off with the ibuprofen 600 mg I have from the birth of my son."

• AMa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 20, 2022

Acetaminophen / codeine "It dulled the edge of my tooth pain, but it does not take it away. I can’t lay down with the type of tooth pain I have, and it’s almost unbearable most of the day unless I’m carrying cold water in my mouth. This medication is a joke and makes me feel drunk and confused. On top of the fact, it plugs you up, it’s also caused me withdrawal when it wears off."

• End...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 7, 2016

Acetaminophen / codeine "I have chronic pain due to endometriosis, and trust me, not pleasant at all, but with this medication, it helps. It may not be as strong as I would like it to be, but I'm okay, it does something. I just don't want to rely on pain meds because of my daughter. However, in times of great overwhelming pain, I take one of these and an Ambien, and I'm out cold. Upside is I met my out-of-pocket and deductible, so it's free until the end of the year."

• Fut...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 21, 2021

Acetaminophen / codeine "I have been taking this medicine since 2017, and in 4-hour intervals, it really does help, and like people have said on here, we need our pain medicine. I was born with a prominent vertebra around T11 that is visibly posteriorly pushed outward. The pain gets bad in the morning and at the end of the day, my saving grace is the Tylenol 3. 100 tabs per month, the pharmacy considers it a 16-day supply, but I stretch the 100 tabs to a 30-day supply by taking them every 5 hours while I’m awake… totaling 3-4 per day."

• LVa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 30, 2015

"My 8-year-old son was given this after his molar extraction. We hesitated to give it to him, but that was expected. Afterwards, he didn't complain of pain, didn't think it would be that effective. He did, however, complain about feeling sleepy and drowsy and wanting to get up and play."

• Anonymous
• January 12, 2012

"I have to take this following surgery to remove hardware from my ankle. I thought that it would work, and it simply did not. I don't even notice any difference after taking it, except maybe that I would like to throw up. I took a full dose, and it never kicked in at all. I should be able to walk, but due to the pain, I can't even move. I really need something stronger, and this is coming from someone who has a really high pain tolerance."

• See...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 18, 2021

Acetaminophen / codeine "I take Tylenol 3 for tension migraines. For about 15 years, I took two pills, and they eliminated the pain within 30 minutes. Worked every time for 15 years, and only recently has effectiveness decreased. A couple of months ago, I had to increase my dosage to 3 pills to achieve the same result. I have talked to a lot of people, and they have said the same thing. I think they have changed the drugs in the pills now."

• Quo...
• May 10, 2011

"Dulled the toothache after my root canal infection got fixed. Did not take it completely away. I couldn't eat either. Made me too sleepy to drive and, possibly, grouchy (that could have been from the procedure too). Easy to use."

• BBa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2021

Acetaminophen / codeine "I was prescribed T3's after having carpal tunnel surgery. I was told to take 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours... I ended up taking 3 and still have a lot of pain. I’m going to end up asking my doctor for something stronger."

• Jun...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 13, 2020

Acetaminophen / codeine "I take Tylenol 3 for tension migraines. For about 5 years, I took two pills, and they eliminated the pain within 45-60 minutes. Worked every time for 5 years, and only recently has effectiveness decreased. A couple of months ago, I had to increase my dosage to 2.5 pills to achieve the same result. Tylenol 3 only works for my migraines. I recently had dental work done and had to take something stronger for the pain."