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Old 01-31-2013, 08:56 PM #1
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My SCS is buzzing the pain away but having a lot of withdrawal issues. I have dropped from 250er nucynta and 4 15mg roxy to 200er nucynta (2 x daily) and 2 15 mg roxy (split in half or quarter) daily for first taper.

Any tips, thoughts. Having rough time sleeping and other issues.
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My SCS is buzzing the pain away but having a lot of withdrawal issues. I have dropped from 250er nucynta and 4 15mg roxy to 200er nucynta (2 x daily) and 2 15 mg roxy (split in half or quarter) daily for first taper.

Any tips, thoughts. Having rough time sleeping and other issues.
Over the years, I have been able to have major reductions or elimination of the meds. What worked best for me was to do a slow taper off of the er med first and then address the breakthroughs. I did it slowly to avoid major withdrawal and aggravation of the fibro. Since the fibro is an ongoing problem, I always kept a modest amount off BT on hand to control a major flare. This should not be a race. What does your doc suggest?. Best wishes.

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Over the years, I have been able to have major reductions or elimination of the meds. What worked best for me was to do a slow taper off of the er med first and then address the breakthroughs. I did it slowly to avoid major withdrawal and aggravation of the fibro. Since the fibro is an ongoing problem, I always kept a modest amount off BT on hand to control a major flare. This should not be a race. What does your doc suggest?. Best wishes.

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The dr asked me to try to avoid the breakthrough BUT she did refill the breakthrough for 4x a day (15 mg roxy) which I cut in half or quarters. Seeing her tomorrow because of insurance issues with ER meds today. Thank you.
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Maybe try tapering with one med at a time?

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My SCS is buzzing the pain away but having a lot of withdrawal issues. I have dropped from 250er nucynta and 4 15mg roxy to 200er nucynta (2 x daily) and 2 15 mg roxy (split in half or quarter) daily for first taper.

Any tips, thoughts. Having rough time sleeping and other issues.
Agree with Rae - do one at a time, and in smaller increments if possible. Not sure how long you have been on Narcotics...but I am currently tapering off of mine, and it has been a few months of just tapering my ER meds...and am almost to the point of starting my IR meds. Doing them both at the same time is a recipe for disaster
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my doc managed my withdrawal to NOTHING. Can't do this alone safely. Need oversight.
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My doc decided to give me 30 days at 200mg ER twice a day so it looks like she is going to take it slow. I have been on narcotics for about 6 1/2 years and hoping to get off the ER meds at least. Thanks everyone.
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Isn't it amazing that you are in this position to be doing this, after almost 7 yrs! I know it can be a very 'uncertain' time for you.....I was gonna say 'frightening', but that doesn't really fit. I'm glad doc is taking it slow. That's the key.
I'm very susceptible to depression and when I'm in a bad flare and on day 3 of my fentanyl patch (when it starts to wear off), it's like a big dark, ominous cloud settles in like a 'black fog'. I hate it! I just do the best I can to keep my eyes on God and continuously pray for peace of mind.

You'll be fine, I'm sure. You're a tuffie

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Titrating slowly away from the tremendous flood of meds which managed pain is the means to freedom. Hold the faith,
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My SCS is buzzing the pain away but having a lot of withdrawal issues. I have dropped from 250er nucynta and 4 15mg roxy to 200er nucynta (2 x daily) and 2 15 mg roxy (split in half or quarter) daily for first taper.

Any tips, thoughts. Having rough time sleeping and other issues.
KEEP HYDRATED
THIS MAKES ME SICK!!
I AM SORRY YOU NOW SUFFER WITH THIS
WHERE ARE THE BRAINS ON COMING
UP WITH PERSONS GOING THROUGH THIS
HORRIBLE PHYSICAL PAIN
IN MANY CASES A PERSON SHOULD BE ON WATCH
HI-ALERT
WHY
THE BODY MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO HANDLE IT

PLEASE WATCH KEEP A DIARY
wishing you success
and a life of freedom

thy will be done
AMEN!!!!!

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