Medication

[Linjack]

I would like to get off some of my medication as I am taking far too much but some of it is addictive.

It really worries me that I am taking so much!

I am taking Zomorph and amitriptyline and diazepam amongst others.

[Trikki]

If you are worried Linjack I should speak with your GP to see what his advise is. I know some of our meds can be addictive and also you don't mention what dose you take. I take 50mg or 75mg Amitriptyline early evening along with 50mg Tramadol depending on my pain. I also have Co-Dydramol 2x10mg and Fluoxetine 50mg.....It does seem like a whole cocktail of drugs but they do help....hope your can get some answers soon and you can stop worrying...xx

[angiesmith50 in reply to Trikki]

Hiya Trikki

I was just reading through your message and I thought..we take the same medication. It then struck me your on Tramadol. I was too until I went into hospital where they stopped it. They said it interfered with Fluxitine However when I went to Doc's he said it interfered with Amitriptyline. 😤. he prescribed it. I too am on co drydamol but I prefer Tramadol. Can you cast any light on this Trikki? xx

[Hidden in reply to angiesmith50]

I agree angie, I used to use. tramadol with paracetamol but I hate opiates they mess in your head!! I have co Dydramol for if n when ,,I find only using during flare ups they help better than just downing them daily..I know some have to,, I swear by my aquatic therapies for keeping somewhat agile although I do look like a walking drunk some days!!!

[angiesmith50 in reply to Hidden]

That's just made me chuckle 😂😂 x

[Trikki in reply to angiesmith50]

Hi Angie....No unfortunately not, but I think I may bring it up at my next GP visit which may not be for a week or two. I may ask a Dr friend of mine to see what she has to say....if I get any info I will let you know..xx

[fenbadger]

I agree with Trikki . Drs shouldn't prescribe without reason or unnecessarily. So your Dr thinks you need what you are taking. Prepare some questions before you go, like "I don't think some of these work" or "Do I really need all these". "Which is/are the most effective". And of course do you take them as directed. They work better if you do. I'm making no judgement here but for instance paracetamol can be taken as needed and will (mostly) work within 30 - 60 minutes. Whereas amitriptyline needs to be in your system for several weeks, and therefore should be taken as directed all the time.

[bluebell99 in reply to fenbadger]

What ever you decide you will need to see your doctor as you must reduce your meds slowly over several months.

It might not be a good idea to reduce them all at the same time as you won't know which withdrawal symptoms relate to which drug.

One forum member here has successfully come off her meds in recent months, and whilst the beginning was very hard she stuck with it. She posted regularly so we were able to offer her our support.

I wish you luck.

[nathandavies]

Your first port of call is of course your GP, then he can advise you, I went to a very good pain clinic at Stoke Mandeville in which they stated if your in serious pain then addiction is not a worry so long as you stick to the amount you have been told to take. If your taking the medication for other reason then pain, of course addiction is a serious issues.

I've been taking the same medication as you plus a lot more and it's all addictive not forgetting one of the most addictive medication you can take is aspirin.

I would say so long as your not talking more then prescribed then your fine, but any worries please see your nurse or your GP do not try to come off the medication your self , pain can be one of the most destructive things I've known .

[Robbie138]

Hi Linjack , like the rest of posts on here I would say consult Dr before coming off any meds. I did it a wee while back (can't remember exact date) and boy did I pay, ok it was my anti depressants but I was like a raving lunatic, I was told it was worse than if I was withdrawing from heroin. So please check it out first.

All the best ❤️X

[TheAuthor]

Hi Linjack

I am in agreement with the others as it is important to get your GP to oversee any reduction or cessation of these types of medications. I want to sincerely wish you all the best of luck and please take care of yourself.

All my hopes and dreams for you

Ken