Posted by ed_uk on January 8, 2006, at 10:01:28
In reply to Re: When are benzos justified?, posted by zeugma on January 8, 2006, at 9:28:51
Hi Z :)
>A couple of minutes of embarrasment at the pharmacy.....
.......is unpleasant but is not the reason why I would be frightened to take a benzo regularly.
The fear of being forced to withdraw would be my concern. Anyone who is considering initiating long-term benzodiazepine treatment must ensure (as much as possible) that long term 'access' to the drug will be relatively straight forward.
This depends on many factors.......
1. What country you live in
2. Whether benzos are OTC in your country
3. The attitude of the local doctors towards benzodiazepines
4. The attitudes of your own doctor toward benzodiazepines
5. Whether your current doctor is likely to remain your doctor for a prolonged period of time
6. Whether you are planning on moving to a different area
7. Whether you have a history of drug misuse
Regards
Ed
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