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What Are Repercussions Of Switching From Avinza To Xartemis?
Question: If I switch from Avinza 90 ER to Xartemis 7.5 ER (X two twice a day) do you think I will experience withdrawals if I swich.
Brief Answer:
This is unlikely..Howeverm tapper of while you intriduce the new medication
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
These medications would in the same way and I will not expect withdrawal effects if one is replaced with the other. However, tappering off Avinza would be the best approach so as to avoid any possible unforeseen withdrawal symptoms. I believe prevention is always better even when we think it would be unlikely to have any side effects.
I suggest you reduce its dose progressively while you introduce xartemis. I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
This is unlikely..Howeverm tapper of while you intriduce the new medication
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.
These medications would in the same way and I will not expect withdrawal effects if one is replaced with the other. However, tappering off Avinza would be the best approach so as to avoid any possible unforeseen withdrawal symptoms. I believe prevention is always better even when we think it would be unlikely to have any side effects.
I suggest you reduce its dose progressively while you introduce xartemis. I hope this helps. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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