Posted by Leo BoStar on November 20, 2003, at 10:54:54
Hi Everyone,
I'm currently being given Librium (25 - 100 mg daily, "as needed"). This treatment will continue for about two weeks, after which I will be tapered off the drug. There seems to be a lot of contention regarding the use of this drug for detox. In my case my psychiatrist is managing the Librium prescription. My counselor, who does not agree with using Librium for more than a few days, has actually refused to set up appointments with me until the Librium is cleared out of my system. This essentially means that I can get no counseling, even if I need it, for at least two weeks. I've informed the psychiatrist about this situation. I was wondering what anyone else's opinion on this matter was. If the counselor right? Should I let the psychiatrist manage the med and seek another counselor who's a little less polarized about this issue?Other stuff I take, FYI: Effexor 112.5 mg/day, Lexapro 20 mg/day. I don't know what these meds are doing to me, since the depression hasn't eased; but I can tell you that the Librium definitely helps me stay calm and suppresses alcohol cravings.
Thanks for taking the time to read this, everyone. A Happy Holiday season to all, of all denominations and all Holidays !!!
Leo
poster:Leo BoStar
thread:281639
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