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    Jul 15, 2012, 04:21 AM
    Coming off pain mess after knee replacement
    I was wondering if it is normal to have side effects coming off hydrocodone . I have been on meds for approx 24 days and I feel I don't need them any longer... so I tapered off my last dose was two nights ago... but now I'm feeling anxious,chills depressed... can someone please give me some hope I don't like feeling this way thank you Ann
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    Jul 15, 2012, 10:29 AM
    Mild withdrawal symptoms when quitting Hydrocodone are normal and to be expected even after relatively short-term therapeutic dosage. Pretty potent drug. Should improve day by day.

    Here is a brief consumer article that addresses the symptoms you mention:

    Hydrocodone

    Hope you're feeling better already.
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