If you cant get a hold of your doctor, you can call your pharmacist (any pharmacist) they will probably tell you to wait a while, but they are very knowledgable of drug doses and interactions and what is safe. And you can usually talk to one right away

You really need to speak with your doctor. The last thing you need is an overdose. The meds you are taking are serious stuff.

I went to the pharmacy and spoke to a tech about it. I toldhim hat I was taking and what I've been switched to and what the Pharmacist told me the other day.

He thought I'd be fine to add a vicodin, but to talk to my doctor as soon as I can. I came home and took half a vicodin.

I have until 2:30 before I have to work again and I'm doing my Grandaughter's hair for her dance recital at 4:00. I really need to get this pain down to dull roar so I can enjoy the recital.

This is so discouraging.

Sweetie,

When I was switched the last time, I had the same problem. You may be experiencing some withdrawl from the vicodins. Taking them might make the new meds not work like you want.

I am not a doctor. Just offering some thoughts. It is hard. But we are here for you.

Do what you have to do! ONly you know your body well enought to know what is right. That is what makes CP so darn difficult.

Praying for you all day today.
Sunny

The new meds cetainly aren't working like I'd hoped. Anxiety about this and what I need to be able to do, is not helping.

I appreciate the kind words on such a diffcult day.
Cherry

It sounds like you are under-medicated, if this Doctor does not understand your pain, and doesn't return you calls, fired him! There are caring and good Doctor's out there, and you need to get one of those. If you need a pain management Doctor, go to; www.doctorsforpain.com, also youdontlooksick.com, has lists of good PM Doctor's that you can choose from. Staying with a "bad" Doctor is not healthy, so go ahead and change Doctor's before you get so sick, that you will end up in an ER.

Prayers and hugs coming your way,

Actually, my doc is a woman and very caring. I know she's trying to help, but she's only in the clinic 2 days a week. She is sending a referral for me to try another pain clinic. The last one was a horrible experience so I'm a little hesitant.

The bottom line is...Unless they've lived in our bodies, they can't understand the urgency we feel for some relief!

Very true unless there in our bodies which there not they have no idea what kind of pain we are feeling.Gentle Hugs Jan

If it is new and that bad....ER. If not, I agree with the others...don't play with it without the Doctor's input.

We have the worst ER at our local hospital. I'd rather stay home and suffer than go there.

I've 'supplemented' with half a dose of the other stuff along with the new...twice. I have a ride to the dance recital so I'll be ok.

Thanks...