Hi Mainecoon:

Have you looked into methadone??It is an exellent drug for chronic pain and for someone who has a high tolerance to most opiates.Long term use of methadone has shown no adverse effects on any of the major organs.I rarely suggest methadone to people because I think it should be used after all else has failed and the patient needs to be on a pain killer for the rest of their life.I was on everything from propoxyphene to morphine for 22 years.The whole time getting a toleerance sometimes within weeks of taking the drug.When I first started methadone over 3 years ago I was taking 3 000mgs of ms contin a day with little effect and a deep depression to boot.Methadone gives me enough releif that I can go back to work,mind you it's only part time but hey I'm working.Also it completely reversed my depression within days of taking it.I take 330mgs a day and I exercise regularily and eat well.Also I don't take any benzo's or drink as they are a very bad mix with methadone.Methadone is for life for most people so do your research before you decide.Good luck on whatever path you choose......Dave