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Suggest Alternative Medication In Place Of Opana ER Taken For Chronic Pain
Question: Chronic pain new Obama forced med insurance at work does not cover my opana er script
I need to find an alternate med that will work. I was told Fentinal patch was a good option it is all confusing i am starting to go into withdrawals and feel like death
I need to find an alternate med that will work. I was told Fentinal patch was a good option it is all confusing i am starting to go into withdrawals and feel like death
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
I've read over your question very carefully. Let me give you my thoughts.
I'm sorry Opana ER is not covered for you anymore. However, maybe you can turn this unfortunate situation into an opportunity. In my experience, a Fentanyl patch is actually a much more effective medication. For one thing, it is a slow and steady release in a controlled manner throughout the day. Opana, while it is extended release, tends to have more peaks and troughs in the bloodstream, which in my experience leads to more breakthrough pain. Plus, the Fentanyl patch is a once a day patch, which is kind of a nice delivery system compared to pills which are easy to forget.
Withdrawal is not deadly, but it is certainly very uncomfortable. I recommend visiting your prescribing doctor as soon as possible, and requesting starting a Fentanyl patch.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
I've read over your question very carefully. Let me give you my thoughts.
I'm sorry Opana ER is not covered for you anymore. However, maybe you can turn this unfortunate situation into an opportunity. In my experience, a Fentanyl patch is actually a much more effective medication. For one thing, it is a slow and steady release in a controlled manner throughout the day. Opana, while it is extended release, tends to have more peaks and troughs in the bloodstream, which in my experience leads to more breakthrough pain. Plus, the Fentanyl patch is a once a day patch, which is kind of a nice delivery system compared to pills which are easy to forget.
Withdrawal is not deadly, but it is certainly very uncomfortable. I recommend visiting your prescribing doctor as soon as possible, and requesting starting a Fentanyl patch.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my private link below. After you ask a direct question it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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