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pain patch

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Liverpool, UK

hi has anyone tried butrans transdermal patch for pain and how did you get on with it thanks

April 16, 2015
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Members shared their experiences with the Butrans transdermal pain patch, with several reporting meaningful relief from chronic pain... Read more

Members shared their experiences with the Butrans transdermal pain patch, with several reporting meaningful relief from chronic pain conditions including fibromyalgia, nerve injuries, and spine degeneration. Many members highlighted the patch's advantage of providing steady pain control without the side effects common with oral medications, though some noted the relief was partial rather than complete, and at least one member mentioned cost as a barrier. A recurring theme was cautious optimism, with members starting on lower doses and adjusting upward as needed, while acknowledging that tolerance can develop over time as it does with other opioid medications.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Started 2 months ago on 15 mcg patch. Just barely upped to the max dose... 20 mcg. Hoping for a little relief. I like this patch due to no side affects like most pills.

June 30, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I just got social sec. Disability. I have a nerve injury to my left arm along with Fibro, spine degeneration, sleep apena (new dx) now I can actually spend time getting my health back. I had a lawyer assist. So they can help you with the process...

April 16, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Was referred to a pain and spine clinic they put me on the Butrans patch! After living with that intense agony for so long I experienced relief. I started on the 15 µg patches and went up to the 20 µg patches and there's no turning back . My recommendation: DO IT

September 29, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes I'm on the lowest dose and it's working amazing! I highly recommend it. No side effects and helps with my severe pain

April 3, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member are the patches still working? I will check into it.

October 8, 2015

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