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I have been on xanax .5 mg. 3x a day for 8 years . need to ween off asap. so i can go on an opiod pain med for my knees/hips, how to do this ??

Q: i have been on xanax .5 mg. 3x a day for 8 years . need to ween off asap. so i can go on an opiod pain med for my knees/hips, how to do this ??

: This calls for a very slow taper to avoid serious withdrawal complications. I think you won't be able to do this appropriately without the help of a physician, psychiatrist or substance abuse mental health professional. Discuss this important issue with your prescribing MD who knows you best.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

This calls for a very slow taper to avoid serious withdrawal complications. I think you won't be able to do this appropriately without the help of a physician, psychiatrist or substance abuse mental health professional. Discuss this important issue with your prescribing MD who knows you best.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 12/20/2022

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A member asked:

I have been on xanax .5 mg. 3x a day for 8 years . need to ween off asap. so i can go on an opiod pain med for my knees/hips, how to do this ??

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Davantzis agreed

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