Question 1

alternative pain meds to oxy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: I'm thinking that you are referring to oxycontin, a powerful opiate used as a pain killer and recreationally. Speak with your md about lesser potent meds and weaning off the opiates altogether.

Question 2

why do pain meds make me itch?

Accepted Answer

Allergy?: Is it to all pain meds or only to certain ones? You might have an allergy to the one you took.

Question 3

are there any alternatives to pain meds?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes there are many alternatives.  Many patients are able to obtain substantial pain relief with physical therary and/or chiropractic care.  There are many injections that may be available depending on where the pain is located.  Proper diet, exercise, and smoking cessation can also go a long way towards relieving pain.

Question 4

i am allergic to most pain meds. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Opiate: I presume you are reacting to opiates in these medications. However there are other pain medications containing no opiates and you should consult an allergist re. These options.

Question 5

want to stop taking pain. meds but in a lot if pain?

Accepted Answer

See below: It is possible to get off pain meds and still control the pain but you will need to work with professionals that understand the alternatives. It can be difficult at first. Many people have a lot of anxiety about getting off pain meds and this adds to their perception of pain.  There  are so many alternatives.

Question 6

been on pain meds for two years how do i get off them?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Talk to your doctor.  He/she can prescribe medications that can treat the symptoms or withdraw that will occur.  Great decision!

Question 7

can you build up a tolerance to pain meds in just a couple of days?

Accepted Answer

No: Typically not. The pain may have changed or the medicine may have not worked that well initially giving a false impression of relief. Different types of pain require different types of treatment.

Question 8

what can i use for pain instead of taking pain meds. for osteoartis?

Accepted Answer

Warm baths: Frequent hot baths or hot packs could be helpful.

Question 9

how long does it take for the pain to go away after taking pain meds?

Accepted Answer

Freedom from pain: It may take anywhere from 1/2 hour to several hours for pain to subside if the medication is appropriate.

Question 10

what are the differences between different types of pain meds? do they work the same way?

Accepted Answer

NO: Many pain medications are narcotic based, such as morphine. Many are not and may be anti inflammatory drug like Aspirin or motrin. Some work on nerve conduction such as gabepentin. Others work on pain at the receptor for narcotics but can also block narcotics. 
Pain has many causes and there are many drugs for different kinds of pain.

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I am allergic to most pain meds. what should i do?

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Want to stop taking pain. meds but in a lot if pain?

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Been on pain meds for two years how do i get off them?

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Can you build up a tolerance to pain meds in just a couple of days?

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What can i use for pain instead of taking pain meds. for osteoartis?

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What are the differences between different types of pain meds? do they work the same way?

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