Posted by Greif on April 10, 2006, at 9:55:21
In reply to Re: Xanax sedation how to handle it........... » Tepiaca, posted by TylerJ on April 9, 2006, at 10:14:23
I have used Xanax twice throughout my life for extended periods of time. Due to the short half life I would take it in 1/2 or 1/4 mg amounts every 3 to 4 hrs. This would include the standard 2am wakeup. 1mg at one time was far too sedating for me even after taking 3-4mg day for 6 years. It will become a rollercoaster for you progressing in time and most likely end up taking 6 mg daily which is hellish to withdraw from. I have never heard of a doctor recommending 1mg pills taken initialy. Go to Xanax website. The manufacurer recommends slow build up in 1/4 mg doses. I fear you are on a potential rocky path. I am not judging you or your doctor but this is highly uncommon. I would get a second medical opinion. I swithced to Klonopin. You can take 2 mg at night and it last for 24 hrs. Benzos intake and the right benzo is nothing to take lightly (I am pro-benzo). Many people have suffered extreme suffering from improper Xanax use. Do a google search.
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