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Is Withdrawing From Fentanyl Safe?
What is your opinion of people getting off the fentanyl patch. I was on 100mcg for nearly 20 years. I finally found someone to let me go to 75mcg. I found a different doctor that agreed that it may not even be controlling the pain as it should anymore. She has me on Lyrica now and my head is much clearer and I have more hope. She is extremely compassionate and understanding. It has been a hard two months, but 6-23-18 I m off the patch with the help of a wonderful doctor who has been very supportive. Thank you very much, Kris
Mon, 23 Jul 2018
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Yes, in a controlled way, it can be withdrawn under supervision. You should follow your physician's advice.
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Yes, in a controlled way, it can be withdrawn under supervision. You should follow your physician's advice.
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