Resetting expectations: How to slowly taper tramadol for cessation

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Resetting expectations: How to slowly taper tramadol for cessation

Linda Bryant

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Beth had been taking tramadol for persistent lower back pain for four years [Image: Kampus Production on Pexels]

Pharmacist prescriber Linda Bryant discusses how to discontinue tramadol after long-term use, such that rebound pain and discontinuation symptoms can be minimised

Key points, Persistent back pain is best treated with non-pharmacological measures, with paracetamol and/or an NSAID for flares. Long-term opioid use has risks , Pract Green w Pale Yellow
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