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How To Withdraw Oxycontin Without Getting Any Side Effects?

I am on oxycontin 60mg 3 times a day from a pain doc. I would like to stop taking it but I can t due to the with drawls.I have been on it for 10 years now.how can i get off the oxy nad on something else.I live in moore OK 73160.Do you know of a doc that can help in my area.my pain doc won t help
Mon, 6 Apr 2020
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Withdrawal from oxycodone starts within 8-12 hours, and it peaks in the first 72 hours. Symptoms can include anxiety, diarrhea, sweating and generally subside in about a week, although some of the psychological effects and drug cravings may persist for longer. I suggest to consult a toxicologyst for a specific treatment. Buprenorphine and naloxone are frequently prescribed for opiate withdrawal. Buprenorphine is also an opioid, and it can help decrease withdrawal symptoms and cravings for opiates.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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How To Withdraw Oxycontin Without Getting Any Side Effects?

Hello, Withdrawal from oxycodone starts within 8-12 hours, and it peaks in the first 72 hours. Symptoms can include anxiety, diarrhea, sweating and generally subside in about a week, although some of the psychological effects and drug cravings may persist for longer. I suggest to consult a toxicologyst for a specific treatment. Buprenorphine and naloxone are frequently prescribed for opiate withdrawal. Buprenorphine is also an opioid, and it can help decrease withdrawal symptoms and cravings for opiates. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician