Codine

Lindap

Hello diagnosed 6 months ago with OA and struggling getting pain relief sorted. Initially on paracetamol and naproxen but continued to have really bad days. GP prescribed codine 15 to 30 mg at first up to 4 times a day. This was then upped to up to 60 mg 4 times a day following telephone consultation with gp when I was crying and very tired/upset. Is anyone else on these painkillers

alexander1

I am on the tramadol route but similar for 4 years.

I also have amitripoline 30mg at 5pm which helps the pain through the night time.

I have bought walking sticks wheelchair and mobility scooter as too painful to stand or walk.

I use a tens machine

ibrugel 10%

also due to the impact of the illness on mental health I am on sertraline which also I am told has a nerve pain suppressant

have you had steroid injections and have you been referred for orthapedica as I was told to wait as it happens to everyone and consultant said why did I wait

i have two new hips not perfect and painless but better than bone on bone

Now diagnosed with psoriasis arthritis and on DMARDS and Steroids

If in spine/facet joints options of steroids and ablation therapy

take care and there will be something that helps just make sure you don’t live silently in pain

Lindap

Thanks for advice. No I haven't had any referrals but recently had phone call for meds review by gp linked pharmacist which was helpful. Going to see how I go but will definitely ask re referral. Again thanks

Darko74

Yes, am on the following:

co-codamol 30/500mg x 2 four times a day

Duloxetine 60mg x1

maxitram 150mg x2

gabapentin 100mg x3

hate taking them but now couldn’t do without them seriously!

don’t always work mind you but with my osteoarthritis in my neck, back and hand unfortunately need them.

side effects aren’t great dry mouth, sweating etc but not everyone gets them! Fingers crossed you don’t! Good luck 😉