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How Long Will The Withdrawal Effects Last After Coming Off Of Suboxone?
Hi, Can you tell me how long the withdrawal effects last after coming off of Suboxone? I am on day 17 and still have no energy and having problems sleeping. Still have chills really I m cold all the time and I can t stop sneezing. Any suggestions or advice. I purchased an all natural detox for day and night off line, but nothing seems to be bringing my energy back. I have had a couple of hours within the last couple days of feeling normal but then it is back. OMG..this stuff is awful.
Fri, 12 Dec 2014
Hello
Welcome to HCM!!!
Buprenorphine is a long acting drug so its withdrawals can last longer. There is also a tendency of some patients to experience protracted withdrawals which may be your case. You can go in for symptomatic treatment with clonidine, a NSAID and diazepam for sleep and then taper this too.
I hope this helps
God Bless
Dr Hitesh Sharma
MD Psychiatry
Welcome to HCM!!!
Buprenorphine is a long acting drug so its withdrawals can last longer. There is also a tendency of some patients to experience protracted withdrawals which may be your case. You can go in for symptomatic treatment with clonidine, a NSAID and diazepam for sleep and then taper this too.
I hope this helps
God Bless
Dr Hitesh Sharma
MD Psychiatry
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