Posted by Viridis on March 25, 2004, at 2:33:55
In reply to Re: withdrawl from Klonopin » David Greenberg, posted by Mr. Scott on March 24, 2004, at 21:42:38
I'm really just curious, but what's the reason that so many people want to get off benzos like Klonopin? I realize that many of us would prefer not to be dependent on meds, but if they improve your quality of life, why stop? Have all of the discontinuers who suffer so much with withdrawal found other ways to deal with anxiety?
This is not a sarcastic post; I just want to know. My life has improved immeasurably with benzos and I don't think I'd feel better without them. I have no doubt that I'm dependent on Klonopin, but I've had no problems with it, haven't had to increase the dose (1 mg/day) despite almost three years of use, and have no side effects whatsoever.
I'd like to be off meds, but what's the alternative for a sane, anxiety-free life?
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