HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Severe Pain Post Tonsillectomy, Unable To Eat Solids. Taking Roxicet, Patch Needs To Be Removed. Pain Management Techniques?

Hello Dr.Grief, My 21 year old daughter had a tonsillectomy on Friday (7/6). Today is the worst pain yet. She is taking Roxicet (liquid) every 4 hours. She also has a Scopolamine Patch-which needs to come off today. She is barely able to tolerate liquids, but I am keeping her hydrated. Her stomach is very upset, and the meds are not cutting the pain. Help! P.S. She is using an ice pack
Thu, 10 Apr 2014
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic

Roxicet is a combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. Because of the risk of bleeding she would not be able to use the anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen or cataflam.

If the current dose of her medication is not helping with pain relief then the strength may need adjusting or she may need alternative medication. It would be best to consult her doctor before adjusting any medication.

I hope this helps
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Tonsillectomy


Loading Online Doctors....
Severe Pain Post Tonsillectomy, Unable To Eat Solids. Taking Roxicet, Patch Needs To Be Removed. Pain Management Techniques?

Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic Roxicet is a combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. Because of the risk of bleeding she would not be able to use the anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen or cataflam. If the current dose of her medication is not helping with pain relief then the strength may need adjusting or she may need alternative medication. It would be best to consult her doctor before adjusting any medication. I hope this helps