I completely understand, snakecharmer, about the awful position doctors are in due to the dea involvement. The first appt I had with this Dr he said I don't give out narcotics. We talked it over and I told him that's understandable plus the reason I won't go to a Dr for pain until it's unbearable. I've had adhd my whole life and back problems for almost 20 years. I did sign a patient agreement with my last Dr for narcotics. I see where you're coming from and have read all about the drug - seeking behavior. Actually, the % of chronic pain patients who get addicted to pain pills is low. The pendulum has swung so far in the other direction that ALL people who mention pain are viewed with skepticism. It just makes my blood boil that a receptionist would outright put me into a drug dealer category. Does she really think the Dr is so stupid that she needs to add her 2 cents. I have an extreme tolerance to percocet after taking it for years, but told this Dr I understand if I have to discuss this with a pain specialist. Your Dr is very understanding to help you with a meds that doesn't add aspirin. On 3 percocet a day I'm taking almost 1000 mg of aspirin. But I wouldn't dare ask this Dr for oxycontin.