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Can Hydrocodone Be Taken For Severe Pain Due To Disc Herniation?

My doc prescribed tramadol 50 mg for what I consider to be sever pain for a bulging disc. I ve been taking it for three days and getting almost no relief. Can t stand, walk, sit or lay down get any comfort. I just found a prescription that I had been given for a gall bladder removal a few months ago for hydrocodon acetaminophen and never felt the need to use. Could I use it for my current problem? It s Saturday night and I ve shaking from the pain in my back, hip, and leg.
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
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Addiction Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hi,

Taking narcotics without letting the doctor know about it is a red flag for the development of addiction. You should be monitored for that even on Tramadol and the Hydrocodone if it is in your system will prompt a serious discussion.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist
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Can Hydrocodone Be Taken For Severe Pain Due To Disc Herniation?

Hi, Taking narcotics without letting the doctor know about it is a red flag for the development of addiction. You should be monitored for that even on Tramadol and the Hydrocodone if it is in your system will prompt a serious discussion. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist