I am on 300mcg's of Fentanyl and want to cut back. I have RSD. How do I cut back? On for 9 yrs?

I think working with your doctor is the key. There are other forms of fentanyl such as the medication Actiq which may help you cut back. Either way, you'll need to cut slowly by reducing the number of mcg prescribed hance the reason you need to work with the doctor on this.

JDocBurns, Welcome to the site first of all, & second why do you want to fix something that is not broken? If it is controlling your pain why go back to the pain is my question. What is scaring you, addiction? Just a thought... Mary

I understand you being scared as I too am on the patch and had my concerns in the beginning but after 9 years? If it is helpful and you are not abusing it in anyway then what are you really scared about? You need to ask yourself, do the benefits of the patch out way the risks? Can I live with the pain I will feel off the patch? If you truly want to decrease the dosage, this needs to be done very very slowly under the management of a doctor. That's crucial so there are no feelings of withdrawal. It may be possible that you can manage your pain on a lower dose and not 300mcg and not go off the patch completely. Is that something that you would be ok with?