"I understand," she said, slipping the needed empathy into her words. She nodded once more as he said what his 'methods' were, taking pause. "Alcohol and pain killers do not mix well, Mac. I strongly warn you against drinking while taking MS Contin." She finished writing things down on the prescription sheet.
"The dose I am giving now you can start tonight, if you wish. Taken twice a day orally, you will find your pain subsiding sooner than you might think." She smiled evenly and handed him the slip, opening the door to the hallway. "Martin will direct you to the nearest Seturner Pharmacy where you can pick it up. They are open until six." She paused, tilted her head to study him. "It will 'work', Mac. I promise. Just follow the medication guidelines the pharmacist gives you and do not miss a dose."