Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help!
 

Free Answers in 3 Easy Steps

Register Now
3 Steps
 


Ask QuestionsprogressAnswer QuestionsprogressBuild ReputationprogressBecome an Expert
 
At Ask Me Help Desk you can ask questions in any topic and have them answered for free by our experts. To ask questions or participate in answering them you must register for a free account. By registering you will be able to:
  • Get free answers from experts in any of our 300+ topics.
  • Accept money for answers that you provide.
  • Communicate privately with other members (PM).
  • See fewer ads.
  Answer this Question    Ask about Addictions    Ask about another Subject  
 

fentanyl user
Jun 7, 2009, 03:39 PM
I have been on 50mg fentanyl 1 every 48hrs, and want to taper off. tryed 25mg but started to withdrawl after 1 day. How am I supposed to do this.

Megan2345
Jun 7, 2009, 06:55 PM
Fentanyl Withdrawal (http://www.softlandingrecovery.com/articles/fentanyl_withdrawal.html)

Here's an article I found. Sounds like you'll need help from a doctor.

jmjoseph
Jun 7, 2009, 07:04 PM
Fen, I'm an addict ( in full recovery), and highly recommend talking to your doctor about "weening" you off of the Fentanyl. Withdrawals are hard for the seasoned addict, and something you'll need help with to keep your sanity. Don't be scared though, It'll get easier after time. I'll pray for you , God bless you.

Fr_Chuck
Jun 7, 2009, 07:08 PM
There are going to be withdrawals, so prepare for it. Don't do anything without working and doing it though your doctor

fentanyl user
Jun 9, 2009, 10:46 AM
Thanks for the tips guys & greatful for prayers. Insurance ran out so cant afford pain management anymore & doc didnt feel comfortable giving advice if I wont be coming in regularly. Im also cuting 50mcg in half which she said she wasnt comfortable with. Pharmasist said it was ok & really my only choice cuz I cant afford new batch of 25mcg. Just looking for timeline on how to taper or any advice on this matter cuz doc isnt working w/ me. By the way cuting in half does work with the kind I have (mylan).