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dns_snek on Feb 16, 2023 | parent | context | favorite | on: FDA advisers recommend approval of over-the-counte...

> But every time, I am highly encouraged to take the narcotics "just in case" the pain gets bad.

Being unfamiliar with the actual practice, how much are you typically prescribed, days or weeks worth, maybe even more?

turdprincess on Feb 16, 2023 [–]

Depending on the severity, its not unusual to get 8 doses for the most minor of cases, like a root canal.

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