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Can Manic Depressive Disorder Be Treated?

I have been with same dr. 17 yrs. On 300 mlg. a day of ms contin/80 milg. a day of lortab/ 2 mlg. t xanax twice a day, plus all of my meds for bi-polar, Manic Depressive Disorder, P.T.S.D... I was accused of giving a positive test, (which I voluntarily went and did myself) I was informed of this 2 weeks later and told that I could not be seen anymore and to make the 30 day supply he gave me 2 weeks ago last, no referral, nothing except a suggestion to go find a Methadone Clinic. How and What can I get over the counter to treat the withdraw symptoms? Also soon will start having seizures. Iam a 58 yr.old female, have never in 17 yrs. had a positive test. These Dr. in this town are cleaning house, at the expense of my life. Please ANY suggestions would help. Thank You for Your Time...P.S. Also, I already know about the 72 hour rule, Not going to be much help in this situation...
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Hello thanks for asking from HCM

I can understand your concern. You were on very high dose of drugs. Mscontin and Lortab both are opioid drugs you were on 300 mg Morphine and Hydrocodone. Xanax is benzodiazepine drug and you were taking 2 mg per day. Abrupt stoppage of these drugs will cause withdrawal symptoms and you have to get ready for that.

If you have any access to GP then you can request for prescription of Tremadol which is also an opioid and will reduce the pain and withdrawal symptoms. Other option is to visit methadone clinic. Methadone or Buprenorphine can be used to improve the symptoms and will replace the opioid doses.

Withdrawal from Xanax could also cause seizures. So please visit an ER immediately. Home based treatment would not do much.

Thanks and Take care
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Can Manic Depressive Disorder Be Treated?

Hello thanks for asking from HCM I can understand your concern. You were on very high dose of drugs. Mscontin and Lortab both are opioid drugs you were on 300 mg Morphine and Hydrocodone. Xanax is benzodiazepine drug and you were taking 2 mg per day. Abrupt stoppage of these drugs will cause withdrawal symptoms and you have to get ready for that. If you have any access to GP then you can request for prescription of Tremadol which is also an opioid and will reduce the pain and withdrawal symptoms. Other option is to visit methadone clinic. Methadone or Buprenorphine can be used to improve the symptoms and will replace the opioid doses. Withdrawal from Xanax could also cause seizures. So please visit an ER immediately. Home based treatment would not do much. Thanks and Take care