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On 600mg lyrica&30mg oxynorm daily 6/12.had back op now and going cold turkey off both as consult wont start weaning yet.how long to withdraw?

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Don't do it: These meds, especially the oxycodone must be gradually tapered after 2 years of chronic use. Do not stop them abruptly.

Answered 8/29/2020

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