Posted by yxibow on June 7, 2006, at 17:16:36
In reply to What Do You Do If On Benzos Over 30yrs Doc Says, posted by Phillipa on June 7, 2006, at 13:32:49
> What do you do if you've been on benzos for over 30 yrs and the doc won't fill the Rx anymore wants antipsychotics instead and I'm not psychotic what of the withdrawal .Anyone know of a doc in Charlotte NC that prescribes Benzos? Oh I've never abused them always took less than prescribed. Thanks Love Phillipa
A lot of doctors are benzophobic -- and its obvious that you haven't abused them, I know you haven't. Be firm and upforward with your doctor -- its your body. Also mention the withdrawal -- which could change your psyche, be dramatic if you have to. Obviously since you're not particularly habituated at your dose you wouldnt withdraw much, but thats irrelevant. Taking an AP or any drug means informed consent about the actions and side effects of it and if you do not wish to consent, don't.
But when you look for a new doctor if you choose, and I dont know the area other than I've suggested to you some possible angles in the past -- just phrase it as an anxiety disorder -- the one thing you don't want to look as is "benzo shopping." That is a flagword for habituation. Which you don't have clearly.
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