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Managing pain

We can help you with:

  • finding ways to manage your pain
  • reducing your dose of pain medication, if that’s what you need

Medications that should be reviewed

Studies have shown that some medications should only be used for a short time. This is because they can become less effective over time or may cause problems of their own.

These include:

  • opioids – morphine-based painkillers such as codeine, tramadol, oxycodone
  • benzodiazepines
  • sleeping tablets, for example Zopiclone
  • gabapentin
  • pregabalin

Contact the surgery

If you need help managing pain or want to request an appointment, contact the surgery.

Further information

Visit the NHS website for further information on managing pain.

Date published: 12th November, 2025
Date last updated: 12th November, 2025