Tapering Opioids

Suggested Tapers For...
Methadone
Morphine SR/CR
Oxycodone CR
1. Decrease dose by 20-50% per day until you reach 30 mg/day
1. Decrease dose by 20-50% per day until you reach 45 mg/day
1. Decrease dose by 20-50% per day until you reach 30 mg/day
2. Then decrease by 5 mg/day every three to five days to 10 mg/day
2. Then decrease by 15 mg/day every two to five days
2. Then decrease by 10 mg/day every two to five days
3. Then decrease by 2.5 mg/day every three to five days
For more information check:
Pain Management Opioid Taper Decision Tool