Kadian Withdrawal

If you abruptly stop taking Kadian, withdrawal symptoms may occur. These symptoms can vary in intensity and may include watery eyes, yawning, insomnia, and nausea. Unlike withdrawal from many other drugs, withdrawal from Kadian is unlikely to cause life-threatening symptoms. To help prevent withdrawal symptoms, your healthcare provider can try gradually weaning you off the drug.

Kadian Medication Information

An Overview of Withdrawal From Kadian

Kadian^® (morphine sulfate ER) is a prescription pain medication. As with most narcotic medications, you may experience withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it too abruptly. Although withdrawal from Kadian can be quite unpleasant, you can be assured that it is not life-threatening.

Why Does Withdrawal Occur?

Gradually, the body becomes accustomed to the many different effects of Kadian. If you stop taking it too quickly -- or even if you lower your dose too abruptly -- withdrawal symptoms may occur. Withdrawal is a normal, predictable, physical response to stopping a narcotic; it is not necessarily a sign of abuse. Kadian withdrawal can occur with chronic, legitimate use of the drug, as well as with Kadian abuse.

Symptoms of Kadian Withdrawal

Withdrawal symptoms from Kadian can vary in intensity and may include:

Restlessness
Watery eyes
Runny nose
Yawning
Sweating
Chills
Muscle pain
Dilated (wide open) pupils
Irritability
Anxiety
Backache
Joint pain
Weakness
Abdominal cramps
Insomnia
Nausea
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Diarrhea
High blood pressure
Fast breathing
A rapid heart rate.

Unlike withdrawal from many other drugs, withdrawal from Kadian is unlikely to cause life-threatening symptoms.

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