A 36-year-old female asked:
can i take gabapentin to ease opiate withdrawl symptoms then take suboxone 24-36 hrs after my last dose of opiates?
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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered
17 years experience Pain Management
Bup induction : Discuss with your family doctor, internist, or addiction specialist. Medications such as Neurontin (gabapentin) and other anti-epileptics can be used as determined appropriate by the prescriber. Clonidine is another option. Good luck and do not self treat.
Answered on May 13, 2016
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