A member asked:

Hydrocodone was prescribed before surgery & percocet after. both relieved pain. they make me sleepy but i can't sleep. no decent in over 10 days?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Insomnia: The efficacy of opioids in acute pain such as post surgical pain is well established. However, adding NSAID to the mix is a standard of care. When pain is accompanied by inflammation, nsaids are more effective than opioids in managing pain. Postoperative insomnia could be managed with hypnotic medication. Rec.: consult with your surgeon.

Answered 6/10/2014

4.6k views

Thank

Postoperative psin: 10 days postoperative use of opiates. You need an opiated holiday. You should be prescribed non- opiate analgesics instead. Then your sleep cycle will be notmalised.

Answered 11/28/2017

4.6k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more