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Weaning off of prednisone & pain management

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Oct 25 10:23am | Replies (156)
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@oldbtstlshrp2

So sorry for your aggravating pain. I have been taking Tramadol for my failed back surgeries since 2014, off & on and discovered when possible to not take for a couple of days, or al least reduce it during a days time. This makes it more effective for me, otherwise, after a while I take 2 at a time to achieve pain relief results. Tramadol helps me for my reduction or Prednisone, now down to 10mg.
Keep the Faith.

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jlo2252 | @jlo2252 | Oct 2 8:41am

I understand totally your use of an opioid, Tramadol, for post back surgical pain. My husband had back surgery over 10 years ago and he now has arthritis pain as well. So he has been taking Percocet all this time. I have PMR, arthritis and RLS and take Percocet as well. We are both under the care of pain management doctors. I can’t take NSAIDS because I’m currently on prednisone. I do occasionally substitute ESTylenol 500 mg rapid release capsules instead of the Percocet.
I know that opioids have a negative impression because of the fear of dependency and overdose, but are safe if you take them as prescribed by your doctor.
Wishing you well on your health journey.

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