Oxycodone/acetaminophen 10-325mg tb: Managing Pain and Side Effects
I've been prescribed Oxycodone/acetaminophen 10-325mg tb for severe back pain and I'm really struggling with the side effects. Has anyone else had issues with this medication? I'm experiencing a lot of dizziness and stomach pain. I've tried taking it with food but I'm still feeling awful. Any advice on how to manage these side effects would be greatly appreciated. Also, how do you guys deal with the constipation? I'm on day 3 and it's getting pretty bad. I'm worried about the long-term effects. It's a powerful medication, but I'm not sure if the benefits outweigh the risks. I'm considering talking to my doctor about alternative pain management options.
Oxycodone/acetaminophen 10-325mg tb: Managing Pain and Side Effects
I've been prescribed Oxycodone/acetaminophen 10-325mg tb for severe back pain and I'm really struggling with the side effects. Has anyone else had issues with this medication? I'm experiencing a lot of dizziness and stomach pain. I've tried taking it with food but I'm still feeling awful. Any advice on how to manage these side effects would be greatly appreciated. Also, how do you guys deal with the constipation? I'm on day 3 and it's getting pretty bad. I'm worried about the long-term effects. It's a powerful medication, but I'm not sure if the benefits outweigh the risks. I'm considering talking to my doctor about alternative pain management options.
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I think it's important to weigh the benefits against the risks. If the pain is unbearable and nothing else is working, then maybe it's worth it. But if you can manage with something else, why not go that route?
I took this for a while after a car accident and the constipation was manageable, but the dizziness was so bad, I felt like I was walking on a boat. Talk to your doctor about adjusting the dosage or switching meds if it's not helping
I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through this. I was on this medication for a while after a surgery and the constipation was brutal. Adding more fiber and lots of water helped a bit, but I ended up switching to a different pain med. You might want to talk to your doctor about that.
I've been on this for a while and I haven't had any major issues. But I do take it exactly as prescribed and I make sure to stay hydrated and eat a fiber-rich diet to combat the constipation. Fingers crossed it stays that way!
I feel like doctors are way too quick to prescribe opioids these days. It's a slippery slope, and I worry about people getting addicted. There are other options out there, and I think they should be explored more often!
I had a similar experience with that drug. The dizziness was the worst part for me. I found that taking it at night helped because I could sleep through most of the side effects. But yeah, the constipation was awful. I had to use stool softeners.
I had a friend who took this and ended up in the hospital with liver problems. It's scary stuff. Be careful and keep an eye out for any signs of trouble.
This is why I avoid opioids if at all possible. The risks are just too high. Have you tried physical therapy or other non-opioid pain management techniques? It might be worth exploring those options.