Is it wrong that I am still.....

Monica G.
on 4/29/08 10:43 pm - North Aurora, IL

taking 1/3 of the dose of pain meds to sleep? I tried last night to go without and I was quite sore and didn't sleep good. I don't want to get addicted to them though....

My regular dose was 15 mL, but I only take 5 mL and it helps me sleep so much better. what do you all think?

This weekend I am going to try and sleep in my bed for the first time, if the waterbed doesn't work, I will try the futon the kids have in their play room. I need to get off of the couch! lol

Monica

berts4
on 4/30/08 12:25 am - Rock City, IL

RNY on 10/27/06

Absolutely not! Your body has been through a lot in a very short time. I don't think it is wrong for you to still need pain relief, espacially at night. I had one friend who had pain that needed medication for a couple of months, then one day, it just disappeared. I'm sure you won't need it for that long, and it you are taking less than prescribed, your chances of addiction are very low. They prescribe it for a reason, and they monitor the dosage. Please try not to worry too much and just take it slow and easy.

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Monica G.
on 4/30/08 4:03 am - North Aurora, IL

RNY on 03/24/08

Thanks Dawn, I figured since I was only taking 1/3 of the dose it shouldn't be bad. I am 3 weeks out today and can honestly say I see a light at the end of the tunnel....it's still waaaaaaaaay down there, but I do see it! LOL

Monica

C. Richardson
on 4/30/08 3:24 am

RNY on 08/30/06

Hey Monica - If your concerned about the addiction, maybe try Liquid Tylenol. I take it from time to time when I have aches or pains. Christina

Monica G.
on 4/30/08 4:04 am - North Aurora, IL

RNY on 03/24/08

Where do you get liquid Tylenol for adults? I looked at Walgreens and couldn't find it.

Monica

berts4
on 4/30/08 4:09 am - Rock City, IL

RNY on 10/27/06

I'm pretty sure I got it at Walgreen's or Wal-Mart. Right by the regular Tylenol. If you can't find it, ask the pharmacist. But also watch for the sugar content on the label.......

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Dawn
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C. Richardson
on 4/30/08 10:52 am

RNY on 08/30/06

I buy mine at Walgreens all the time sweetie.. if you can't find it, as the pharmacy. I'm glad your feeling better. Christina

ChristineB
on 4/30/08 7:38 am - Western 'Burbs Chgo, IL

RNY on 05/07/03

I still used pain meds at 3 weeks out at night to help me sleep. It was at about that time I switched over to the liquid Tylenol. . . I think you are doing fine.

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