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Is Opana addictive?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Opana is a potentially addictive narcotic. You may develop a tolerance to Opana, which may require your doctor to increase your dosage.

If you stop taking Opana suddenly, you may experience symptoms of withdrawal. However, a doctor can monitor your physical dependence of Opana, and can help slowly discontinue treatment so that you won't experience severe withdrawal symptoms.

Physical addiction to Opana is not the same as addiction to substances that have no medical purpose.

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