Posted by Dragonslayer on March 22, 2003, at 17:16:43
In reply to DRAGONSLAYER???, posted by male34 on March 22, 2003, at 16:31:47
Yes, I do just take a benzo for my anxiety. I did try the SSRI's initially, I could not tolerate them. I know many that use a combo like you're using. I simply couldn't tolerate the side effects and it didn't help the anxiety. All I use is Klonopin. My dose is very low. It works for me. I had been looking at your postings and what I noticed is the use of the Valium was when you said your anxiety was better. Perhaps it is the Lex kicking in. If that was the case and the Lex is stopping the excess anxiety, the benzo wouldn't be needed - this is only my opinion. I'm really for the responible and monitored use of benzo's. I think they work really well and are well tolerated and, despite their bad reputation, truly cause few problems for people who use them for anxiety control. If you have an underlying depression, that's another story and the treatment is geared to both. Some will argue that depression and anxiety go hand in hand, I don't believe that is always the case. IF anxiety is the REAL problem, as it was for me, the use of a benzo by itself can certainly be an option. This is merely my findings, you do what is right for you and decide with your doctor. I am glad things are better for you - I know times were rough for you for a while. I hope your progress continues. Best of Luck.
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