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Are low doses of xanax (alprazolam) and clonidine safe to take during short-acting opioid withdrawal? i plan on taking 1mg of xanax (alprazolam) and 0.2mg of clonidine daily.

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Yes.: Xanax (alprazolam) and Clonidine are often prescribed for withdrawal.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 5/17/2015

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A member asked:

Are low doses of xanax (alprazolam) and clonidine safe to take during short-acting opioid withdrawal? i plan on taking 1mg of xanax (alprazolam) and 0.2mg of clonidine daily.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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