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How can i reduce my withdrawal symptoms when i stop taking hydrocodone?

8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Neetu Ahluwalia answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Supportive Drugs: There are a variety of medications that can help with withdrawl symptoms such as Zofran (ondansetron) for nausea and Clonidine for agitation/irriation.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Clonidine : Small dose of Clonidine 0.1 mg up to 3 times per day will reduce agitation, hot flushes and sweating.

Answered 6/6/2017

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Wean dose: I suggest not stopping "cold turkey". Wean the dose over several weeks.

Answered 5/7/2016

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