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Tapering Guidelines

HHS Guide for Clinicians on the Appropriate Dosage Reduction or Discontinuation of Long-Term Opioid Analgesics

HHS Guide for Clinicians on the Appropriate Dosage Reduction or Discontinuation of Long-Term Opioid Analgesics

This guide provides advice to clinicians who are considering or implementing a reduction in opioid dosage or discontinuation of long-term opioid therapy, including information on: the risks of an opioid taper, steps to take prior to initiating a taper, an opioid tapering flowchart, and more.

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