Table 4Clonidine dosing for moderate/severe opioid withdrawal

MorningEarly AfternoonNight
Day 1150 μg150 μg150 μg
Day 2150-300 μg150-300 μg150-300 μg
Day 3150-300 μg150-300 μg150-300 μg
Day 475 μg75 μg75 μg
Day 575 μgNil75 μg

From: 4, Withdrawal Management

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