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I have lowered my fentanyl patch from 100 to 75 (rather than going cold turkey to come off.) i am very tired and feel 'stoned'. is that normal?
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Get help ASAP: Withdrawal symptoms can be very unpleasant and even life-threatening. Your doctor is the best person to give you advice for how to wean off of Fentanyl. Take care.
Answered 2/7/2015
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