Posted by brynb on October 10, 2012, at 15:35:56
In reply to Re: 3rd day off .50 clonazepam, feel really sick, posted by Hugh on October 10, 2012, at 12:28:38
> Since you were only on it for four weeks, your withdrawal symptoms shouldn't be too protracted. But if they don't go away fairly soon, Jono's advice is good. Try to get some diazepam (Valium) and taper off of that. A lot of doctors are reluctant to prescribe Valium, so if you can't get any, go back on the clonazepam and taper much more slowly this time. This site has useful information about tapering benzos.
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> http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual/I agree with Jono and Hugh. The above site (based on benzo expert Heather Ashton) is like the definitive benzo guide. The best way to taper off of any benzo, including Klonopin, is with Valium. Any psychiatrist who is well-versed in benzo dependence knows to use Valium to taper. It allows for very precise dosing.
Good luck...
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