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Posted by Dona on September 22, 2001, at 11:56:39
I have major depression and take prozac and zyprexa. I also had a knee replacement and still have bad arthritic pain in both knees. A friend gave me an oxycontin to try and it worked wonders for the pain without making me feel wierd or anything--just took the pain away. I know this is a drug that is abused a lot so I am wondering how I can convince my doc to prescribe it for me. I think it would help even if I could take every other day. Any suggestions or how do I find a doc who would prescribe? Thanks
Posted by gracie2 on September 26, 2001, at 21:24:33
In reply to How do I get Dr to prescribe pain med, posted by Dona on September 22, 2001, at 11:56:39
Dona-
Addictive drugs like oxycontin are prescribed on a temporary basis only for severe pain after an injury or surgery, unless you are suffering from a terminal disease or you are Elvis. I would suggest that you see an orthopedic surgeon, who can give you arthritis medicine. If your arthritis is severe, you may need a knee replacement to stop the pain.
-Gracie
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