Posted by Pattisun on October 13, 2003, at 15:03:53
In reply to Re: low dose benzos controversy, posted by Greg on August 9, 1999, at 21:47:53
I have been taking Klonopin (generic) since 1995. I get terrible panic attacks. Initially my dose was 3-4mg/day but I've lived quite normally on a dosage of 2-3 .50 mg per day. Cognitive therapy was very helpful and got me out in the world and stopped all the emergency room trips, but it did not get rid of my attacks. I've had doctors insist that I get off the Klonopin and it's not been bad--actually nothing at all compared to what I went through getting off of Paxil for instance--however, when I'm off the panic attacks return.
For me, to live a normal life and be able to get out and live life like the majority of people, I have to have something to keep my panic attacks at bay.
I am thankful for the majority of my doctors who have been merciful and understanding and let me continue on this medication.
Pattisun
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