Tapering Schedule Calculator — Plan Your Medication Taper

Tapering Schedule Calculator

Design a safe, gradual medication taper. Enter your current dose, taper rate, and step duration to generate a personalized reduction schedule with charts and timelines.

Step 1: Medication & Current Dose

20.0 mg
2 x daily

About your medication

Always consult your prescriber before changing your dose. This tool provides a schedule, not medical advice.

Step 2: Taper Preferences

10%
7 days
2.5 mg

Tips for a safe taper

Smaller reductions (5-10%) and longer intervals (7-14 days) are often better tolerated. Never rush.

Your Personalized Taper Schedule

Taper Summary
Step Schedule
Dosage Chart

Current Daily Dose

40.0 mg
Starting total per day
Goal Daily Dose
5.0 mg
Total Reduction
35.0 mg
Number of Steps
8
Estimated Duration
49 days

Step-by-Step Taper Schedule

Step Dose per intake (mg) Daily total (mg) Reduction from previous Duration (days)

Daily Dose Reduction Curve

Understanding your taper

The chart shows the daily total dose at each step. A smooth, gradual decline helps minimize withdrawal symptoms.

Always Taper Under Medical Supervision

Abrupt cessation can be dangerous. Speak with your healthcare provider before starting any tapering plan. We can connect you with specialists familiar with deprescribing.

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