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How do you stop addiction to pain medicine?

Updated: 8/17/2019
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There are several methods you can use. Switching to a less addictive substitute (often used for painkillers), gradually reducing the dose each day or week (tapering off) or simply ceasing use altogether from one day to the next (going cold turkey). It is a good idea to seek help from an addiction helpline or centre; they can help you obtain any necessary materials and support you may require during the period of and following your quitting.

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