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Addicted to (codeine + meprobamate + paracetamol) painkiller for frequent neck pain leading to headaches. physically examination ruled out any serious?

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Dr. Paul Pyles answered

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See your doctor : You need to be weaned off the narcotic analgesic. Talk with your doctor about tapering off your medicine and finding non-addictive alternatives for managing your pain.

Answered 3/10/2015

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A member asked:

Addicted to (codeine + meprobamate + paracetamol) painkiller for frequent neck pain leading to headaches. physically examination ruled out any serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Pyles answered

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