Question 1

is it safe to take paxil (paroxetine) and oxycodone for pain control?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no drug interactions between the two.

Question 2

is it safe to take oxycodone for pain while on paxil (paroxetine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Provided: That those prescribing the medication are both aware you use both medications then oxycodone is safe with paxil (paroxetine) for short periods of time. While oxycodone can have a depressive quality to it, be aware it may seem that you paxil (paroxetine) is not working as well.  If you need both for extended periods, those prescribing them might alter the doses to make sure you are treated safely.

Question 3

i take oxycodone-30 mgs several times daily. been having severe, lengthy pain flares & meds not helping. can i ask to be admitted for iv pain control?

Accepted Answer

Talk with doctor: Certainly, if you are having acute pain issues and things are not well controlled then, switching to another strategy may be indicated if you're max'ed out on this regimen but that should be a decision your doctor offers. Being admitted for chronic pain control using IV meds to a hospital needs to have a "game plan" associated otherwise, you'll never be discharged, right?  Talk with your doctor.

Question 4

is there a stronger option than oxycodone for pain control after a tonsillectomy?

Accepted Answer

There is no answer: Treatment of acute or chronic pain should always be highly individualized.  What is effective for one individual may not be effective for another.  A multitude of factors play a role in the response to agents used to treat pain.

Question 5

i am on oxycodone for 2 progressive diseases. the past few days my meds aren't working. can/should i be admitted to the hospital for pain control?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Chronic non-cancer pain is best treated outside of a hospital. The long term treatment will not be intravenous meds. It's best to find the right treatment which works in the patient's usual environment.

Question 6

i am under pain management.  i take oxycodone daily,  i run out a couple of days before next appointment and i start having withdrawals. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Call: Your doctor and get a very brief 2-3 day refill. If this is not a habit that has developed they should be happy to help you out. I am surveyor have a narcotic agreement signed with them. Good luck.

Question 7

sorry! i did not give enough info in my previous question. i have been seeing a pain management doc for a few years & been on prescribed 10mg oxycodone. is it ok to take this med during the week before total knee replacement? i am 59 years old.thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Discuss all medications you are taking with your treating surgeon and possibly the anesthesiologist. They are responsible for your well-being. Since you have been taking oxycodone for a few years, it should be part of your medical history.

Question 8

can i supplement my oxycodone pain management with morphine?

Accepted Answer

If ordered by MD: There is no reason why your doctor can not use these in combination.  Do not add morphine or any other pain reliever to oxycodone with it being prescribed to you by a doctor.  Doing it on your own could be disastrous.

Question 9

if i get oxycodone from my pain management doctor and my primary gives me oxycodone same kind can anyone tell?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If your doctor asks the pharmacy, it can be found out. Pharmacies keep careful records (like in jackson trial) getting these prescriptions from multiple providers without your pain mgmt doc's ok can get you dropped as a patient, so is very risky to do. It will be part of your medical record as well. If your primary gives you a prescription, i recommend you not fill it unless your pain doc says ok.

Question 10

i understand that new regulations in effect say that only a pain management specialist can prescribe oxycodone on a reg. basis?  is this valid?

Accepted Answer

It may be: I'm not sure of your locality/State rules - but our society is definitely concerned about abuse and illegal dealing in such drugs. If your doctor won't Rx it - that's enough for you to either get a referral to such a specialist or find other methods. You may thank this policy in the future - that's a dangerous path for regular use and can ruin your life. Best wishes!

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Is it safe to take paxil (paroxetine) and oxycodone for pain control?

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I take oxycodone-30 mgs several times daily. been having severe, lengthy pain flares & meds not helping. can i ask to be admitted for iv pain control?

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Is there a stronger option than oxycodone for pain control after a tonsillectomy?

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I am on oxycodone for 2 progressive diseases. the past few days my meds aren't working. can/should i be admitted to the hospital for pain control?

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I am under pain management. i take oxycodone daily, i run out a couple of days before next appointment and i start having withdrawals. what can i do?

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Sorry! i did not give enough info in my previous question. i have been seeing a pain management doc for a few years & been on prescribed 10mg oxycodone. is it ok to take this med during the week before total knee replacement? i am 59 years old.thanks?

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Can i supplement my oxycodone pain management with morphine?

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If i get oxycodone from my pain management doctor and my primary gives me oxycodone same kind can anyone tell?

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I understand that new regulations in effect say that only a pain management specialist can prescribe oxycodone on a reg. basis? is this valid?

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