Am I addicted?

[janny70]

I started taking co-codamol a number of years ago (can't remember why) but now take them about 4 or 5 days out of 7.  I take the soluble ones which I believe have a high sodium content and make me thirsty.  As I suffer with anxiety and depression ( I take Citilapram 20) I find that the co-codamol take the edge off it and make me feel relaxed when they kick in.  I take them fior tension headaches but find that they actually give me rebound headaches the next day.  Stupidly I use this as an excuse to take more.  Although I only take a maximum of one dose a day I am worried that I am too dependent on them??  

[allmymarbles]

You are taking codeine, a narcotic used for pain, and narcotics are addicting. Since you are not taking a huge dosage, if you cut down very slowly you should be able to get off the stuff. If you have trouble with this, see your doctor.

[dominosarah]

Only you can answer that question and if you are here asking i think you know the answer.  There are a few red flags in your thread.  Taking them that many days a week to relax and take the edge off is a big one.  Do you want to quit taking these?