I have recently started seein a paib management doctor for disc bulging and arthritis in my back. We started in July with Norco and I have been experiencing break thru pain and they have started having me add MS Contin XR. I thought that we are not supposed to have extensed release medications. I don't feel that it helps much. I had RNY gastric bypass in 2009. Any helpful suggestions I could mention to my doctor. He is aware I had this procedure so I'm not sure extended release os the best option.

Boy this is a tough one with all the abuse of narcotics going on today. If the doctor is aware of the procedures you have had hopefully this is being taken into consideration when he prescribes something. If you don’t feel that’s the case you can seek another opinion from a different doctor but then you look as if you are doctor shopping meds unfortunately.

I don’t have any experience with extended release pain medication after bypass. I have only take opioids for two days post op so I’m not much help here. Hopefully someone else comes along with better help for you.

Good luck and hope you get the help you need.