There hasn't been a final decision yet on this issue, although the FDA generally does take the recommendations of their advisory panels. Since the only medications being considered for discontinuation are those that combine an opioid with acetaminophen, you'll still be able to get both the opioid and the acetaminophen separately and take them at the same time if your doctor feels that is what works best for you. For more details on this, read: FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Banning Vicodin and Percocet