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A member asked:

I am prescribed clonidine 0.1mg as needed for panic attacks/anxiety. do i have to taper before stopping or is it safe to stop since i haven't been having many panic attacks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

You can stop it: Because you take a small dose and as needed bases.

Answered 10/2/2018

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