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Is it dangerous to quit cold turkey after using prescription pain medication for the last 6 years?

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Quitting analgesic.: It is risky to quit any opioid analgesic cold turkey. They need to be tapered.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

More Info needed: Yes. You very well may go into withdrawal and the detox may be best handled in a Detox unit to keep you safe during this process.

Answered 5/29/2014

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