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How do i wean off klonopine?

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Klonopin (clonazepam) tapering: It depends how long you have been on klonopin (clonazepam).To wean off Klonopin (clonazepam) you need to gradually reduce the dose and then stop.

Dr Hossain agreed

Answered 6/26/2014

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