Back problems started my troubles too. I am now off everything but a small amount of Klonopin for anxiety.

I got off ultracet (which was horrible) and am now in physical therapy for my back. The pt is doing wonders, more than the pain meds ever did.

Five years ago, I had a herniated disc in my back & PT also helped that, I didn't even have to have surgery.

See if you can get into PT for your disc asap & try not to take anymore pain meds, 8 days is not a long time, so try to find other relief for your pain.