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Brand names: Lofexidine, Lucemyra
12.1 Mechanism of Action Lofexidine is a central alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that binds to receptors on adrenergic neurons. This reduces the release of norepinephrine and decreases sympathetic tone.
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[https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm607884.htm](https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm607884.htm) The office I'm currently in does a lot of work with treating opioid addiction and we were debating the use of lofexidine as a bridge to vivitrol. Anyon
I just watched this loooong podcast (why is it that so many ADHD podcasts are long and dry?😆) Anyhow, I’ve never felt so seen. Explained my rejection sensitivity and emotional disregulation in ways I never could. At one point Dr Dodson mentioned that there are medications that are very helpful t
So this question is about those who’ve used clonodine or lofexidine for opioid withdrawal. I’m participating in a research study, and I’ve been given lyrica and lofexidine to combat withdrawal symptoms. And so far i literally have had hardly any symptoms and am shocked. I’ve had clonodine before to
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