Posted by SLS on October 29, 2011, at 7:47:33
In reply to Re: doing better (clonazepam), posted by jono_in_adelaide on October 29, 2011, at 7:28:23
> Or change to a benzo that is a good sedative, but without that effect, for example temazepam (short acting) or flurazepam (long acting), replacing 1mg of clonazepam with 15-30mg of either of these.
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> Because of its long half life, flurazepam will excert a calming efect throughout all of following day with regular use
Perhaps skipping a dose every now and then will help prevent chronic daytime sedation.Historically, a great many of the elderly whom were prescribed flurazepam as a sleep aid suffered falls and broken hips. Of course, their ability to metabolize and clear the drug might be reduced.
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