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04-06-2009, 02:48 AM | #21 | ||
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I have been using Flector for a few months now. I do have to say it has helped for awhile with the pain and numbness that travels from low back into both hips down my legs to my feet. I don't have a final diagnosis yet for a L and T Spine injury from nine months ago. I had been taking Celebrex but it bloated me SO horribly I couldn't button my pants and could hardly move... the minor help that gave me was not worth that side affect. The Flector patch does seem to be losing it's effectiveness... but my doctor is not prescribing some heavier duty meds now that it's been so long and my pain has only increased and spread....
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04-08-2009, 05:05 PM | #22 | |||
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well thanks to all about your feedback , I have been debating on whether to try or not . I will put one on tonight . I just cant stand the ringing in the ear side effect as I have it already and dont need more music to my ears. Thanks
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08-12-2009, 08:22 PM | #23 | ||
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09-14-2009, 10:46 PM | #24 | ||
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Good evening,
Just stumbled upon your site and wanted to ask about the Flector Patch. I had an MRI and my neurologist said I had a few herniated discs, bulges and some arthritis. I went to pick up the Patches and found that it would be $50. So I went home and did some reading about it. I have had ulcers in the past as well as hives for 1 year each time. I swear my Dr. said that this would bypass my stomach, but it doesn't sound like it. Does anyone know for sure? I have a feeling I'll be calling him back tomorrow with some questions. The left side of my neck is really hurting as well as making me nauseaus. I have been taking Motrin for about 2 weeks now (once a day), and it's somewhat helping, but I don't really want the side effects of that to start kicking in, cause they have in the past. Any information or help, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for letting me vent. PS - I found a site that will give you a $30. coupon --** |
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09-15-2009, 06:29 AM | #25 | |||
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I use OTC Salonpas patches and they work well for me. They don't cost that much either. They have methyl salicylate in them, not the drug Voltaren, as Flector does. They also stick better. I think aspirin and its derivatives are more potent anyway for inflammation.
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10-22-2009, 08:42 PM | #26 | |||
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After having a good run with Flector, I had to stop using - developed a rash at site.
I was SO bummed, I can't even tell you. Tried a pill version of same med, but did not do the job and tore my stomach to shreds. Odd huh? such a diff... I did not have a big prob keeping my patch on, maybe where I put it - just below neck, on shoulders - was one of the easier spots for it to stick. And maybe it was the right med for the type of pain. Okay, I just need a wee rant here, after reading about all the vicodin, and fentanyl and what all.... My thing is, I have done 3 pain clinics (and counting!) 4 neuros and this is the kind of stuff I get. Excuse me if I sound bitter. Nobody prescribes me REAL pain meds. What am I, chopped liver? I did the ESIs and all that till I had vagal responses and my cardiologist about slapped me, and told me NO MORE of that. I've tried all the off label stuff too - all the AD's, the anti seizure meds ad nauseum. They do NOT work. I do NOT work either. I have been laying around like a lump since I was 39, now 46, because why? Because it hurts, I have a neck injury, SM, and either fibro or ms and my pain does not count. I guess I don't whine enough when I'm at the docs or something. Or I look too good. Those so called docs should have to gimp a mile in my shoes - it would take a month. But enough whining.
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01-08-2010, 11:38 AM | #27 | ||
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Anyway, I got a Flector patch from my hip doc to try on my back and it seemed to help so I got a scrip from him. The difference this has made in my life is amazing. Seriously, I have no more pain in my lower back just some stiffness and no shooting pains anymore. I do have to wear one around the clock and I noticed that there was a build up of relief. It didn't happen over night. Took a few days of continuous wear and the pain comes back if I try and wear only one a day instead of two (these are insanely expensive). I called Flector because I was concerned about the NSAIDs and my stomach, which reacts really badly to them, and was told that only 1% of the drug enters your body systemically through the patch as opposed to the same amount taken orally. I am having zero stomach problems with the patch. I make sure to thoroughly clean the area each time I remove one to avoid skin problems and have experienced no rashes, itching etc. to date. They do feel weird, like a cold wet noodle, on my back but I will take that over my pain any day. They stay on ok but I think that is because my underwear keeps them on. My son tried them on his middle back and he couldn't get them to stay on even with tape. I will keep using these (despite the cost) as long as they work because I no longer need epidurals or pain meds (except for the Ultram for total body arthritis relief and I may even try getting off that). So 5 starts to Flector! |
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01-20-2010, 04:44 PM | #28 | |||
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I started using Flector patches for severe pain in my neck after the doctor decided not to do surgery for a ruptured disc. I have severe osteoporosis, which has caused ruptured and bugling disc up and down my spine. The last time he did surgery he had to use a plate and screws. When he put the screws in my bones was very soft. Anyway......... The flector patches have been a godsend!!! I can't take any kind of arthritis meds because they cause acid reflux and ulcers in my stomach and throat. I was concerned to start with but I haven't had a problem so far. Thank God!!!! Did you guys know you can cut the patches up and place anywhere they are needed?? My doctor said I don't have to use the whole patch on one spot. Just cut them up and use them where ever I need them. I end up paying 5 cents a patch because I have Medicaid. Thank God for Medicaid!!!!! I hope everyone has as much luck as I do with the flector patches!!!!
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03-12-2010, 09:34 PM | #29 | ||
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Hi Everyone -
I was prescribed the Flector patch from my Dr for a herniated disc in my lower back. I understand that these patches are VERY expensive, however it seems to be a great alternative for me as I don't tolerate oral anti-inflammatory meds. ** |
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03-12-2010, 09:40 PM | #30 | ||
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If you read the instructions, it does state not to wear it in the shower. Shower in between changing the patches.
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