Posted by Alan on December 27, 2002, at 18:50:30
In reply to Re: No TD from benzos, posted by Guy on December 27, 2002, at 18:22:43
> Benzos definitely do not cause TD...although they have their own problems, they are among the safest drugs available. Dr. Stuart Shipko, who uses benzos extensively to treat anxiety disorders, does say, however, that TD can appear years after discontinuation of anti-psychotics. He says that almost all people with TD have a history of using AP medication. He warns that AP meds should be used only when psychosis is diagnosed.
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Yes, and this is what makes the adminstration of AP's even in small doses to treat anxiety because of benzophobia, so scandalous. It's not the drug (bzds), it's the proper diagnosis, administration, and follow-up that's important with any drug - especially with so much misinformation out there in the ether about them.The folklore takes on mythical proportions.
Alan
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