How long do you have to be off of opiates?

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How long do you have to be off of opiates?

To start suboxone? I have read 12 hours at least. I am on hour 14 and in mild withdrawl. Last time I did this I was on hour 16 so don't know if I should wait 2 more hours to be safe. I had to go back on opiates for surgery and after 5 days I am done and going back on sub.

2007-12-07 06:05:41 · 2 answers · asked by SBSHARPSKINHEAD 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management

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The number of hours is not so critical as the being in active withdrawals. If you are actively in withdrawal right now, you can take the sub.

2007-12-08 11:55:51 · answer #1 · answered by Mandy VZ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It can depend on the opiate being used. I would recommend checking with your doctor as well to see what they say.

2007-12-08 19:14:05 · answer #2 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋