No I'm not taking them for the original reason. It's hydrocodone and was for surgery I had in march. She gave me 30 more just in case I needed them. On top of those, I have some from before the surgery. I actually DO need them for pain sometimes, but not nearly as much as how often I take them. I just can't get rid of them because they are the only thing really keeping me afloat and "safe" right now. I am too anxious to get rid of them.