Re: I use 2 long acting pain meds,which is better to increase if needed

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> " Henry, Clay Henry " wrote:

>

> > So, Opinions, would it be better to increase the methadone or

> fentanyl? I've resisted this decision for 2 months now, but it is time

> and I don't take it lightly, so please, any and all input is greatly

> appreciated!

Henry,

I would just the chose the one with the least side effects and more

strength to fight the pain. Try keeping a pain diary to see how the

pain is going when you take these. I believe that you doctor would

have more of an input in this decision. I do not take methadone so I

cannot speak to that drug.

I have taken Fentanyl before and it was only for short periods, the

Actiq lollipop. It was very sedating and I couldn't function well so

that I believe the side effects from Fentanyl were not what I was

wanting.

I hope that helps you a little to make your decision. I would also go

to the website of the med to make sure there are no interactions.

Bennie