Hello @scruffy, the DEA didn't forbid it, just warned it was possibly dangerous. The same with other drugs like ambien. Maybe recheck with your doctor.

@scruffy1 Some of decisions and restrictions are done at the state level. Here in Oregon last year the governing physicians board required doctors to prescribe only 100mg of narcotics. Some adjustments to the ruling were made to accommodate those who need it for chronic pain long term. The same regulations apply to pharmacies, as well. At first they were limiting prescriptions to, if I remember correctly, ten days worth, and even less for post surgery pain. I'm glad they figured out how incredibly difficult it would be, especially for someone who lives 200 miles from the nearest pharmacy. As it is, they are only allowed to prescribe narcotics for a 30 day supply. Even that can be a challenge. I drive 30 miles to do my shopping, and I have to be careful not to cut it too close and risk running out. My wife and I are probably going to be able to drive for awhile, but I don't want to think about what we'd do to get to town. Everyone talks about getting rid of cars and using public transportation. Yeah right. Like that will ever happen where we live out in the country.

I began taking 1mg, with the option of taking 2 a day, 15 years ago for anxiety. A secondary benefit is that I don't kick and punch, acting out my dreams. It's one medication my wife doesn't want me to stop taking.