How can i avoid withdrawls from narcotic pain medication?

WEAN SLOWLY: You need to allow your body to slowly adjust to not having the medication in your system - the same way you would with caffeine or nicotine.

Not Reliably..: You may minimize these symptoms by withdrawing slowly, preferably under the direction of a health care professional. He/she may suggest replacement medications within the context of your medical profile and current circumstances. Long-time users, people with long-term and ongoing pain control issues, and those with chronic diseases do not allow for a simple answer to this question.