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Would if be okay to quit medication cold turkey?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends on: What the medication is. Some are safe to stop right away and some must be tapered. Please ask your physician or pharmacist about your specific medication.

Dr Conovalciuc agreed

Answered 7/24/2013

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