Posted by AnneL on January 15, 2004, at 22:21:54
In reply to What does Klonopin feel like for long term use?, posted by rainbowlight on January 15, 2004, at 1:25:42
I have taken 1 mg. of Klonopin every night for 3 years without ever increasing the dose. Taking Klonopin at night for me is a good thing, because (a) it makes me sleep and (b) because of the long-half life, I get good mileage out of it during the day without sedation. I have to take it by 9:00 PM or else I will have a very difficult time waking up in the morning. As it stands, it takes me about an hour plus a strong cup of coffee to shake the cobwebs out of my head. It amazes me that many people on this board take it during the day without sedation. Just goes to show you how different everyone's reaction will be. I am very pleased with Klonopin.
However, that being said, dependence does develop and I cannot skip a dose. I forgot to take it one time only and woke up at 4AM feeling the effects of withdrawal, i.e., creepy skin sensations, panicky, sweaty, etc. Within about 30 minutes of taking it, all symptoms went away.
It is well known that longterm users must use a tapering schedule and go slowly in order to get off of it. It's a great medication for many people. :) Anne
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