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How Can I Taper Off Latuda Slowly Without Any Side Effects?
Coming off latuda because of undesirable side effects. How quickly can I come off a dosage of 60 mlg 2 times a day? are there any concerns? My psychiatrist on vacation and I cant reach her. I did go to emergency room but just have questions that weren t answered.
Thu, 29 Oct 2015
As with any anti depressants, taper the dose over a period of one month.
1 week 40 mg bid
1 week 20 mg bid
1 week 10 mg bid
1 week 10 mg od at night.
stop the drug after one month
1 week 40 mg bid
1 week 20 mg bid
1 week 10 mg bid
1 week 10 mg od at night.
stop the drug after one month
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