Im so sorry your father is in so much pain. Call and ask the doc about the fentayl patch. It has worked very well for many here, including myself. This medication is a step up and step down one where it would gradually be increased or decreased. Read the directions thoroughly. The fentanyl patch is the strongest pain killer available. Never fold, bend tear, cut, rip or damage the patch. Always put it in a different place, changing it every 72 hours. I used to change mine about every 68 hours to make sure it didnt wear off. It can take up to 24 hours before it starts to work. If he could get the patch on today, about 12-16 hours later he would begin to have some relief. When wearing the patch do no long hot showers or baths as very hot water could trigger too much medication being released causing an over-dose. It also can make the patient tired and constipated. I would guess your father would start at at least 50mg, maybe even 75mg. He can also use other pain meds in case he is having breakthru pain. Liquid lortab, oxycodone or neurontin (aka gabapentin for nerve pain) all are great for breakthru pain.

Hope your father gets some relief very soon! Being in pain is never good for any patient, it just makes everything so much harder on them. The doctor should have offered fentayl, its much stronger than oxycodone. Please dont hesitate, call right away and get this prescription for your father.

Best wishes!