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Fibomyalgia/cfs. hiv + 20 yrs. cured hcv2014! dr. rx oxycontin.would like to go off and try ritlin again helped in past for pain and fatigue. yes/no?

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Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Specializes in General Practice

Whatever works: 50's w. HIV, fibromyalgia & CFS takes oxycodone & wants to switch to Ritalin. Some doctors might simply add Ritalin. Alternatively, Lyrica, Cymbalta or Savella (milnacipran) for pain, drop oxycodone & avoid Ritalin, which can have significant side effects & dependency. Cannabis sativa, not indica, can energized while ameliorating pain absent dependency. Certain herbal teas, like Yerba matte, are energizing.

Answered 2/23/2015

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