Posted by PaulB on June 6, 2001, at 18:35:48
In reply to Xanax vs. Klonopin, posted by Greg on June 6, 2001, at 17:39:42
> I'm thinking about asking my psych to switch me from Xanax to Klonopin at my next visit. I like the idea of a longer acting anxiety med and have been told it can be easier to quit it due to it's longer half-life. I have a couple of questions:
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> Can I expext the same effect from the same dose? I take .5mgs of the Xanax now, usually no more than once a day.
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> Can I expect some withdrawals from stopping the Xanax, or will the Klonopin keep that from happening?
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> Any input would be appreciated.
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> Tx,
> GregTheres been a lot of information related to the type of questions your asking and its well worth scoping the previous postings-just type in xanax, klonopin and youll get loads. I have had experience with both Xanax and Klonopin.
Opinions vary as to the dosing equivalent of these two meds and there is in previous postings different peoples views.
I would think you would have the same effect from 0.5mg of Klonopin as you would Xanax. They are very similar meds but if it didnt I shouldnt think 1mg Klonopin would cause too many problems if you have tolerated Xanax well.
I certainly wouldnt think you would experience any withdrawl if you switch from Xanax to Klonopin straight away. Just think of it as switching from a short-acting xanax to a longer acting xanax with a kick. I think Klonopin is more powerful but again opinions vary.
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