I was also prescribed Norco 10's a few years ago(6?) and would take them as prescribed(maybe double the dosage if my back/knee was really hurting and I HAD to work that day)..I'm also prescribed xanax for anxiety and only take them on an 'as needed' basis..about 6 months ago I was told I had to "pick one" due to the huge crackdown going on now on opioids..So, I stick with aleve for my pain(s).