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Can a doctor prescribe lortab for severe arthritis in the knees?
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Yes: Although for chronic treatment, it's not an ideal therapy and can make things worse. I typically only use it as a last resort and in very select situations.
Answered 12/15/2011
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Not usually: This is a narcotic which is not typically used to treat arthritis due the habit forming side effects. Anti inflammatory medications are typically used.
Answered 3/26/2013
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