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Posted by anony on February 23, 2006, at 0:23:47
Hi.
I used to take Klonopin regularly to treat general anxiety and social anxiety. Now, I'm off the med because of it gave me depression.
Anyway, I have presentation on Friday, and I don't think I'll be able to survive w/o med. I'd like to take Xanax this time since it acts fast and leaves my body fast. How much of Xanax is equivalent to 0.6 mg of Klonopin, and how long does it take to get effect?
Posted by tizza on February 23, 2006, at 4:50:27
In reply to 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by anony on February 23, 2006, at 0:23:47
there is a benzo Equivalency Chart on the main home page that should help you sort out your dose.
Posted by yxibow on February 23, 2006, at 13:17:16
In reply to 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by anony on February 23, 2006, at 0:23:47
> Anyway, I have presentation on Friday, and I don't think I'll be able to survive w/o med. I'd like to take Xanax this time since it acts fast and leaves my body fast. How much of Xanax is equivalent to 0.6 mg of Klonopin, and how long does it take to get effect?0.5mg Klonopin = 1mg Xanax as far as I recall. There is a chart, which you can search around the site to find as mentioned.
Posted by Phillipa on February 23, 2006, at 18:52:56
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax? » anony, posted by yxibow on February 23, 2006, at 13:17:16
You're right but first I would try differeant doses as xaxax come on faster and stronger try .25mg first. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by yxibow on February 24, 2006, at 0:35:53
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax? » yxibow, posted by Phillipa on February 23, 2006, at 18:52:56
> You're right but first I would try differeant doses as xaxax come on faster and stronger try .25mg first. Fondly, Phillipa
I would agree... Klonopin is more subtle, you do not get a "kick". On the other hand, that means less chance for withdrawals later on.
Its a better drug PRN than long term, although theoretically thats why Xanax XR was created but I think thats just extending the patent life.
At any rate, the equivalency tables aren't perfect nor tailored -- everyone varies.
Posted by erik98225 on February 27, 2006, at 23:02:59
In reply to 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by anony on February 23, 2006, at 0:23:47
I *think* 0.5 Klonopin is 1.0 Xanax -- don't quote me though.
Posted by Greif on February 28, 2006, at 22:57:36
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by erik98225 on February 27, 2006, at 23:02:59
I have seen 4 tables. One has Xanax twice as strong as Klonopin. 2 have them equal and 1 has K twice as strong as Zanaax. i have rotated between the two over the years. From K to Z to thr z seems stronger although I experience withdrawl symptoms every 5 tp 6 hrs From z to k I have have less AD effect but no peaks and vallys..On daily maintanace i quess K is a bit stronger (not twice as strong in my body) but the initial effects of Z much stronger. On PDR Z stronger. Better for occasional panic attacks etc.
Posted by yxibow on March 1, 2006, at 0:59:45
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by Greif on February 28, 2006, at 22:57:36
> I have seen 4 tables. One has Xanax twice as strong as Klonopin.
2 have them equal and 1 has K twice as strong as Zanaax.Xanax has a "kick" as I mentioned earlier that makes it seem stronger than Klonopin. Klonopin is very subtle, especially in non-benzodiazepine naive individuals and has a long half life, as much as 16 hours. Xanax has a very short half life, as little as 4.
i have rotated between the two over the years. From K to Z to thr z seems stronger although I experience withdrawl symptoms every 5 tp 6 hrs
You will experience withdrawal symptoms if you do not maintain Xanax 4 times a day. It is not the best drug for long term use. Thats why the only new benzodiazepine to ever hit the market, Xanax XR theoretically covers 24 hours. It is a bit of a patent extender, but for those used to Xanax, and can afford it, I suppose it is worth the cost rather than taking round the clock Xanax pills.
From z to k I have have less AD effect but no peaks and vallys..On daily maintanace i quess K is a bit stronger (not twice as strong in my body) but the initial effects of Z much stronger. On PDR Z stronger. Better for occasional panic attacks etc.
You're right, Xanax is better for the occasional use. I use it PRN on rotten days, but I take Valium long term as it has a half life exceeding 24 hours.
Tidings
J
Posted by cecilia on March 1, 2006, at 2:51:14
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax? » Greif, posted by yxibow on March 1, 2006, at 0:59:45
I too have seen those completely opposite tables, looks like nobody really knows. To me Xanax seems stronger but that's because I only take it prn, while I take the clonazepam regularly. It really doesn't feel to me like the clonazepam does anything at all, though I'd probably feel differently if I went off it cold turkey. Cecilia
Posted by anony on March 1, 2006, at 6:05:20
In reply to Re: 0.5 mg Klonopin = ? mg Xanax?, posted by cecilia on March 1, 2006, at 2:51:14
Ok. Let me conclude this.
I took 1 mg of Xanax appriximately 120 minutes before the presentation, and it worked (At least, I didn't faint)
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