I have a slow heartbeat, I have to have a pacemaker implanted. I am weaning off oxycodone. Can this be dangerous?

77 -year-old man3 years ago

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Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Hello Sir,

First, congratulations on your weaning!

Pacemaker placement will not alter your ability to wean off this medication and does not induce additional risk.

77 -year-old man · 3 years ago

Hello Mr.Chagnon, thank you very much for your information, much appreciated, I wish you a good day.

Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

It feels good!

Happy evening,

Alexander

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