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Suggest Ways To Wean Off Hydrocodone
Question: Hi my name is XXXXXXX I have been taking 120 to 140 mg of Hydrocodone for many years due to chronic pain issues. I've had 20 surgeries related to my problems. I don't feel I need this medicine any longer and want to stop, but I can't seem to. Is there anything my doc can give to help with the withdrawal so I will be able to beat this nightmare. I truly want help and will be seeing my doc this Thursday.
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Brief Answer:
There are some available in the market, and some chosen meds as well
Detailed Answer:
Hello sir and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I understand that weaning off hydrocodone and similar medications can be difficult and so it requires supervision by a medical professional, a strict and carefully monitored regimen, and at most times a formula of medications to help cope with the withdrawal symptoms and so on.
There are a number of such preparation available in the market, but some doctors also choose substitute medications (which in my opinion can also be habit forming, and so are best avoided). One such example is a supplement I saw when I visited the USA called 'Calm Support', but your doctor will be the best judge so please do not take anything without his/her permission.
But you should bring it up with him/her and discuss what is best for you. I hope you find my response helpful, please do not hesitate to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
There are some available in the market, and some chosen meds as well
Detailed Answer:
Hello sir and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I understand that weaning off hydrocodone and similar medications can be difficult and so it requires supervision by a medical professional, a strict and carefully monitored regimen, and at most times a formula of medications to help cope with the withdrawal symptoms and so on.
There are a number of such preparation available in the market, but some doctors also choose substitute medications (which in my opinion can also be habit forming, and so are best avoided). One such example is a supplement I saw when I visited the USA called 'Calm Support', but your doctor will be the best judge so please do not take anything without his/her permission.
But you should bring it up with him/her and discuss what is best for you. I hope you find my response helpful, please do not hesitate to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
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