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Health Topics/Central Nervous System Agent/Pharmacology/Analgesic

What will happen if I suddenly stop taking my prescribed Demerol?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
If have been taking Demerol (meperidine) for a long time and you stop taking your prescribed doses of Demerol suddenly, you may have symptoms of withdrawal. These symptoms can include irritability, anxiety, trouble sleeping, racing heart beat, chills, or sweating. Talk with your doctor and he may be able to help you slowly take less and less of the drug so that you can avoid these withdrawal symptoms.

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