Ive just read this story this morning about the FDA approving a potentially dangerous painkiller...even against the advice of its own advisory panel ..it seems crazy?!
It reminds me of a previous thread on the forum where we discussed avoiding new drugs until they have been in use for approximately seven years and then there is at least history on the safety aspect of the drug.
A new FDA-approved painkiller isn't set to hit pharmacy shelves until next month, but critics are already warning it could kill—with just two pills. Zohydro, which the FDA gave the green light in October against the advice of its advisory panel, will serve as a powerful pain pill for those who can't get relief from what's already out there. It contains the same basic ingredient (hydrocodone) as Vicodin, but it has 5 to 10 times the power
Post by kilg0retr0ut on Mar 3, 2014 7:11:12 GMT -8
There are people here that have serious pain. This may help them without destroying their liver. They really seem concerned more on how it may effect the addict, more than how it might help those with chronic pain. So you don't take it so that the addicts are safe, and live in pain for them. BS IMO
There are people here that have serious pain. This may help them without destroying their liver. They really seem concerned more on how it may effect the addict, more than how it might help those with chronic pain. So you don't take it so that the addicts are safe, and live in pain for them. BS IMO
I get what your saying kilg0retr0ut and its a very valid opinion. I think its also worth considering that many 'addicts' are also in fact people who suffer great pain (as many with SCI do) and become addicted to often over prescribed painkillers. This situation isnt ideal either..
Post by kilg0retr0ut on Mar 3, 2014 8:51:45 GMT -8
I agree that over prescribing is a problem, right along with over prescribing handicap placards. These doctors need to be checked. If someones addicted because of legit reasons this will be a way to save their liver. But you are right on, the situation is difficult at best.
I think the worries are for the addicts not knowing that it is 5x stronger than Vicodin. It would be kind of like "I usually take 5mg Vicodin but this is a 10mg, but I'll take the whole thing anyway." Carelessness.
I think they should release more info about this new drug. I suffer from uncontrolled chronic pain, but I've learned how to deal with it in alternate ways than pills. Yes, I do take Vicodin, but only if the alternate ways didn't work.
Alternate pain relief includes: •ice or hot packs •stretching •changing position •getting out of your wheelchair (it's not good to sit in the same chair all day long) •massage •distraction •herbal/topical pain relievers
Ive just read this story this morning about the FDA approving a potentially dangerous painkiller...even against the advice of its own advisory panel ..it seems crazy?!
It reminds me of a previous thread on the forum where we discussed avoiding new drugs until they have been in use for approximately seven years and then there is at least history on the safety aspect of the drug.
A new FDA-approved painkiller isn't set to hit pharmacy shelves until next month, but critics are already warning it could kill—with just two pills. Zohydro, which the FDA gave the green light in October against the advice of its advisory panel, will serve as a powerful pain pill for those who can't get relief from what's already out there. It contains the same basic ingredient (hydrocodone) as Vicodin, but it has 5 to 10 times the power
That stuff is probably a great painkiller, but its as addictive as smack and really difficult to detox from. My son was abusing the stuff and heavily addicted, finally clean thank god. I wish there was a better alternative for those in a lot of pain like myself
tbone57..this is exactly what is the huge concern for me...i think its very easy to become addicted to this type of pain relief and thankyou for sharing.
I can remember when i was pre op and was developing CES i was in incredible pain. I was taking taking solphodol and i 'liked' taking it. It was a nice feeling at first..maybe a slight buzz...and i missed taking it when i was put onto morphine and tramadol.
I believe it was an opiate too.
Its a serious issue and one that is creating addicts...
Post by ladylimpsalot on Mar 4, 2014 7:47:36 GMT -8
So many meds are approved and then pulled. Vioxx for instance. I do not understand why the FDA does what it does. I do agree that this drug is uncalled for and will probably cause deaths. If a doctor thinks that a patient needs more Vicodin, just raise the dose. This is a monster pill.
So many meds are approved and then pulled. Vioxx for instance. I do not understand why the FDA does what it does. I do agree that this drug is uncalled for and will probably cause deaths. If a doctor thinks that a patient needs more Vicodin, just raise the dose. This is a monster pill.
I agree ladylimpsalot..it all comes down to money, sadly
So many meds are approved and then pulled. Vioxx for instance. I do not understand why the FDA does what it does. I do agree that this drug is uncalled for and will probably cause deaths. If a doctor thinks that a patient needs more Vicodin, just raise the dose. This is a monster pill.
Post by kilg0retr0ut on Mar 6, 2014 18:17:20 GMT -8
I don't think it a monster pill. If I'd been where Tbone has I may think different. Sorry that hit so close to home. If my options were take a pill walk or don't walk, I'd take the pill every time.
That's a good point as well kilg0retr0ut, but if it means take a pill and walk and get sick and decrease your lifespan vs no pill no walk, I don't know which one some people would choose!