Posted by andyboy on March 18, 2002, at 19:24:33
Hi All
Just thought Id share what mightbe the dumbest thing Ive done in years. Now most people know that if youre on benzos(klonopin in particular) you should stay away from alcohol-or on occasion in extreme moderation. Now I go out to the clubs or bar every couple of weeks and have my usual 3-4 beers. No hard liquor. I shouldnt even be doing this, but Ive noticed that Im okay. Anyway, St. Patrick's Day-went out had who knows how many beers, felt alright at the bar but then I stood up and it hit me. I hadnt eaten dinner that night and I forgot my night dose (1mg klono). I stumbled to my car and proceeded to drive home. How I made it home safe I dont know. It took every last bit of mind power to concentrate on the road and I was starting to freak out and hyperventilate that I was going to crack up. It was only a 10 mile drive, but it seemed liked 100. Got home and I was so scared. I was drunk as can be and was completely anxious/panicky at the same time, which is odd because alcohol is traditionally a downer. Finally fell asleep. Caught up on my med dose around noon, and didnt feel "normal" again until late afternoon.
Needless to say a very scary and foolish experience.
Just please everyone be careful and Im just glad I learned my lesson, and it didnt include taking the life of an innocent person at the wheel.
St. Patrick's Day-go figure-Im about as Irish as Tony Soprano....Andy
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