When I first started on the patch, I was very drowsy. But it sure was a welcome relief - anything to take me away from the horrid pain.
Constipation can be an issue with opioids, but Magnesium does the trick for me.
Otherwise, there really wasn't anything to speak of with s/e
I had become very opioid tolerant with all the different meds my pain specialist and I tried, so there really wasn't much to adjust to in my case.

Just be aware of the dangers involved such as getting overheated. Shy away from hottubs and heating pads.

I hope they bring you good pain relief. They've sure helped me!

Caring,
Rae