Posted by awatts on October 18, 2004, at 6:37:25
In reply to Re: XANAX To KLONOPIN????, posted by Kon on October 18, 2004, at 0:08:04
> Adv's of Xanax:
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> 1. faster acting but also leaves your system faster. If your anxiety is situational and predictable, xanax may be the better choice for as-needed use. While Klonopin can be used as-needed,(this is how I use it)it also stays in your system longer (along with prolonged sedation) perhaps when you don't need or want it.
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> 2. Some evidence for xanax anti-depressant properties. Klonopin also has some evidence for this but there is also evidence that in roughly 9% of klonopin users it can cause depression.
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> Adv's of Klonopin:
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> 1. Less evidence of cognitive impairment in comparison to xanax/ativan/valium.
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> 2. On average, Klonopin has a lower dependency potential and withdrawal symtoms tend to be milder than xanax (if they occur).
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> 3. More research studies supporting the efficacy of klonopin for social anxiety disorder than xanax.
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> 4. Generally, easier to get a Rx of klonopin than xanax.
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I agree with everything above, but would add that any sedation caused by Klonopin or Xanax almost always goes away after a few weeks of regular use.I take Klonopin, but also carry Xanax for use only when I have a panic attack.
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