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372876 tn?1215129292

Sleeping tablet dependence

I think I've become dependent on a sleeping medicine, Lendormin 0.25mg. What is the best way to stop taking it? Tapering, i.e., take three-quarters for so long, then half for so long and finally one-quarter for so long?
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Hi,

Abrupt withdrawal or decreases in dose of lendormin will lead to a withdrawal syndrome. It should always be done under medical supervision. The patient is transferred on a long acting drug and then gradually dose reduction is done. Sometimes it may take weeks or even months. I would suggest you to consult your physician as he will be able to guide you on this.
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372876 tn?1215129292
Thank you, I will consult my physician.

The first time I was in your city was in 1971, maybe the year you were born, and the second time you were about 3 years old (1974), when it was still referred to as Bombay
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372876 tn?1215129292
Thank you, I will consult my physician.

The first time I was in your city was in 1971, maybe the year you were born, and the second time you were about 3 years old (1974), when it was still referred to as Bombay
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372876 tn?1215129292
Sorry I posted the same comment twice
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Hi,

I am very happy to know that you have visited Mumbai/Bombay  twice. Hope you liked it :)
Please do remember to consult your physician before you start tapering off lendormin.
Take care and keep me posted!
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