Posted by thegron on August 19, 2012, at 1:08:45
In reply to Re: drugs and memory loss, posted by kirbyw on August 16, 2012, at 18:19:11
> Well, in answer to Scott, Vicodin would not be difficult to stop. Some days I don't take it all.
> Same with Clonazapam. Both are part of my treatment regime and stopping them, while not difficult, might make me more depressed. (Although having a better memory might make me less depressed!) Also it seems almost impossible to really find out which drug (if any) is really the cause in my case. Because there is no scientific methodology established, in order to know, for example, how long to suspend a drug before my memory would show improvement. (two weeks? 8 weeks?) With Lipitor they have talked about this effect (if it really exists) being reversible in a very short time (several weeks). With Vicodin and Clonazapam, I don't know the studies, if they exist. I may try to research this on the internet, or if anyone has a lead, please let me know. Please keep in mind that my Vicodin use, although long term, is extremly low dose. Thanks to those who responded for your feedback. Rickhey Rick,
I'm sorry u r experiencing memory loss. I do believe that any of the drugs you are taking could be a culprit. However, I would say that (without knowing when you started each medication and how long you've been taking them) either the lithium or the clonazepam is causing your memory loss (or both!). I would, if you can do without it, stop the clonazepam immediately. Benzodiazepines are horrible horrible drugs that can cause (in some people) long lasting and sometimes permanent cognitive dysfunction with long-term use, even at low doses and as needed. I am a victim of this specific kind of dysfunction. it is not fun. so take it from me, stop the benzo. now if the lithium is the offender, you could always lower the dose and see if that helps.
-Thegron
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