Susanne,

Thank you for your response.

I for one, have been on the same dose of Oxycontin for the past few years, along with the Percocet. I have 24/7 pain from spine/PN issues; but today the level was about 6
(at times has been much higher) Today, I went for my appointment with PM doctor's assistant. I am given a once a month pick-up date for the meds. Without prior knowledge, I, as well as all those on these type of meds, are given a urine test to be sure the meds are not being abused.

If you noticed; I did Not mention being "addicted"; but "dependent"........Dependent for some pain relief so I can at least get thru the day and actully accomplish, laundry, make lunch and dinner. Now my cooking is not as good as it once was because I make the easiest, least complicated meals.

I will be on these meds for the rest of my life. I started on a lower dose which was gradally increased until a tolerable pain management was/is accomplished. As previously mentioned, I have been on the same dose for the past few years.

Never...never....has there been any high; just the ability to be there and enjoy some time with my husband, children, and grandchildren. Fortunately, the Oxycontin/Percocet, does not put me in la la land, but in a place where the pain is more tolerable.


Gerry