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Lincoln, UK

My fentanyl patch has been increased from 12 to 25mcg per hour. Does anyone know how long the initial dizziness lasts before I'm back on track. Thankyou xx

October 13, 2016
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Members shared their experiences with fentanyl patch dose increases, with most reporting that initial dizziness lasted around 24 hours, though... Read more

Members shared their experiences with fentanyl patch dose increases, with most reporting that initial dizziness lasted around 24 hours, though some noted it could affect daily functioning more severely at higher doses. Several members offered practical advice including eating regularly, avoiding overmedication on important days, and being patient as the body adjusts to the new dosage. A recurring theme was gratitude for pain management that works, balanced with acknowledgment that finding the right medication and dose can be a long journey, and that what helps one person may not work for another.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Good 4 you. Aread you in a pain clinic? Just make sure you ar ed not over medicated that day!!!! Serious

October 13, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

The higher strength ones definatly help.. don't get rid of all the pain but make it manageable to gwt through the day

October 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Be thankful for a doc who doesn't mind giving the good stuff. My advice would be to make sure you are eating regularly ;)

October 13, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member He said they don't work. I'm sad for my son. They won't give him anything except Gabapentin which doesn't help and would only contribute to his weight gain, thereby increasing the problem. He didn't even suggest a pain clinic even though my son was diagnosed over 2 years ago. I had to ask for the referral to be done. I'm very disappointed to say the least. I'm posting a question on here for a helpful doctor in the city.

October 14, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member did he say why not, it definitely helps, and better than taking so many tablets everyday. Unless there is a previous problem.

October 14, 2016

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