Posted by Meri-Tuuli on December 6, 2006, at 10:54:18
In reply to Re: Some questions re: benzo use, some help please » Meri-Tuuli, posted by Quintal on December 6, 2006, at 10:17:07
Hello!
Thanks for the advice.
> The benzo will probably just make you feel a bit sleepy if you're not too anxious when you take it. The oxazepam isn't really strong enough to knock you out unless you're very sensitive to alcohol or something.
This is very reassuring to hear.
> That is *the* question with benzos taken PRN and there's no easy answer because the more often you take them to deal with anxiety and apprehension, your own ability to handle stress tends to decrease. It's a psychological safety behaviour thing, though it can result in physical tolerance and dependence.
This is what I'm struggling with, apart from my general med phobia. I mean, I reckon I can survive without them, but then again, its not a very good quality of life.... hmmm. I'm actually abit less anxious than I was a week ago, just having these pills is actually reassuring.
Argh, I'm too scared just to enjoy it! Well maybe once I get the chemical in my body it might be a different story....
How would you compare, say red wine and benzos? I kinda self medicate with alcohol to be honest. One small 250ml bottle of red wine is just enough to do the trick.....hmmm. Obviously I shouldn't take them together, but which is worst?
Meri
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