Fasting and pain meds

Hello everyone,
I have been dealing with a really bad back injury and it has been really difficult to fast. I have been bedridden for 8 months. The longest fast I’ve managed to do was 47 hours but I couldn’t stand the pain so I took my pain meds. My question is, do you stop autophagy if you take pain meds? I would like to try a 72 hour fast to see if it helps my back pain.
I appreciate any advice you can give me or if you can point me to any resources that could help me.
Thanks,
Frances

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Hi @flyjm3691

Taking medication does not break your fast as long as it does not contain any calories or nutrients that could trigger your digestive system. To be safe please speak with your doctor.

Blessings,