A member asked:

I was prescribed hydroxyzine for my nighttime anxiety,i take 15 mg oxycodone for l4/l5 lower back pain a few hours before bedtime. are these safe?

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Dr. Peter Gerbino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Not safe.: Opiates are not considered appropriate for chronic back pain. You will become tolerant, then dependent. Get referred to a pain management specialist.

Answered 12/21/2017

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