Darvocet Withdrawal

Over time, the body becomes accustomed to the effects of Darvocet (propoxyphene/acetaminophen). Symptoms of withdrawal could occur if the drug is stopped too quickly. Potential withdrawal symptoms include shakiness, insomnia, diarrhea, and nausea. In order to limit withdrawal from Darvocet, you should not stop taking the medicine "cold turkey." Your healthcare provider can slowly decrease your dose at a rate that helps minimize withdrawal symptoms.

Darvocet Medication for Pain

Withdrawal From Darvocet: An Overview

Darvocet^® (propoxyphene/acetaminophen) is a prescription pain medication. It contains a narcotic (propoxyphene) and may cause withdrawal symptoms if it is stopped too abruptly. Fortunately, Darvocet withdrawal does not usually cause life-threatening problems (unlike some other medications).

Symptoms of Darvocet Withdrawal

Symptoms of withdrawal from Darvocet can vary in intensity and may include:

Shakiness
Diarrhea
Goosebumps
Cravings for Darvocet
Anxiety
Sweating
Insomnia
Shivering
Pain
Nausea
Upper respiratory symptoms, such as a runny nose.

Why Does Withdrawal Occur?

Over time, the body becomes accustomed to the effects of Darvocet. If the drug is stopped too quickly, withdrawal symptoms may occur. Darvocet withdrawal can occur with chronic, legitimate use of the drug, as well as with Darvocet abuse. Withdrawal is a normal, predictable, physical response to stopping medications like Darvocet; it is not necessarily a sign of abuse (although it certainly is more likely to occur in cases of Darvocet addiction).

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