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co codamol worries

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elaine38495
elaine38495

Hi to anyone who can please give me advice I'm worried sick.. I get prescribed 30/500 co codamol every 12 days and I do stick to that but its the way I take them that's worrying me. I take 10 Ana half a day that's 3 Ana half in morning then 3ana half at around mid day then 3ana half at 8pm if I don't take them like this I feel no relief from pain but will and is this harming me? I don't abuse them in any other way than this and don't like lying to myself!! Please I'd be greatful for some advice thank you!! ✌

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  • gill70346
    gill70346 elaine38495

    Posted

    I am probably being stupid but I do not understand what you mean by 10 Ana half a day. Do you mean you take 3 1/2 tablets 3 times per day rather than 2 tablets 4 times per day? If so you are definitely taking more than you should, but more importantly you are going too long between doses. If two tablets are not strong enough to give you sufficient pain relief for 5 hours then you possibly need a stronger pain killer or possibly consider using a TENS machine as well as the tablets. I speak from personal experience as I have had severe back pain for more than ten years
    • elaine38495
      elaine38495 gill70346

      Posted

      Yes gill you got it right that's exactly how I take them thanks for replying I'm just a bit concerned I'm going to have to start taking them as I should and see doctor for another reliever because pain is cronic.
    • gill70346
      gill70346 elaine38495

      Posted

      Do consider using a TENS machine or perhaos something like ibuprofen tablets or gel as well before going on stronger tablets as they are so difficult to get off once you start
  • samantha12581
    samantha12581 elaine38495

    Posted

    We build a tolerance. And suddenly two isn't enough so we take more. An more its a nasty cycle could I ask what the pain is? What are you prescribed them for they are very. Addictive and withdrawel from them is awful
    • elaine38495
      elaine38495 samantha12581

      Posted

      Hiya I'm prescribed them because I've had chronic pain in my lower back hips legs n feet I'm 39 years old I've just had a baby 8 months ago and it just seems to get worse so I need them to get me through the days..
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