Posted by BUCKEYE FANATIC on May 11, 2006, at 9:54:21
In reply to Xanax's whoosh wear off, posted by rjlockhart on May 10, 2006, at 20:12:50
As a long time addict of Xanax....I recommend that you NEVER use the stuff.
If I had it to do all over...Klonopin or even Valium would be a better choice.
Xanax is quick, fast and effective.
Doctors are only NOW finding out how prescriptions written in the 1990's...have continued, with increasing higher doses to the present.
It is 2nd only to heroin, in withdrawl when you try to stop.
It was only intended for 6-8 weeks therapy max....but because of its highly addictive nature,few are able to discontinue without slow, long, painfil tapering.
Please understand, that I say this not just because of personal experience....but as a counselor myself, I have heard and witnessed the same story many, mant times.
Stay away from Benzos~
The good news is that you CAN taper and eliminate this drug from your life. Almost anything else that you can have prescribed is a better alternative that Xanax withdrawl without help.
You didnt mention how long you have been on 1 mg,
but no matter how long...there is hope! :DHappy to try and help if you have any questions...I have had 10 years of research and experience with Xanax.
BF
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