Guest guest Posted December 3, 2004 Report Share Posted December 3, 2004 Hi Janet: In answer to your question about the Oxycontin, I just wanted to let you know that I take 120 mgs of Oxycontin three times a day, and use Fentyl (Actiq) Pops (3-4/day) and STILL have pain. Of course, I cannot even imagine what it would be like without the medication. I have finally realized and accepted that most any medication (THIS IS JUST MY OPINION) is just going to reduce my pain, even sometimes down to a 2-3 on the pain scale, but NEVER will take it away. And actually my doctor doesn't expect it to take it all away. As long as I can manage, and participate somewhat in my life, he's happy. And I think I get pretty good pain management from the stories I've heard on this and other websites. Also as far as MS Contin & oxy IR, I know the IR stands for immediate relief, so this would be the 5 or 10 mg. oxycodone (I'm guessing), I'm not sure what the MS Contin means, I thought it was another description for the oxycontin I'm taking. Have you talked to the doctor who is prescribing your medications about still having pain? Do you have anything for " breakthrough " pain? Maybe that would help. Anyway, hope this helps. And hope you are having an OK day! Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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