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Posted by KaraS on July 26, 2005, at 15:21:28
And what was your experience on the drug in general?
Thanks.
k
Posted by Sonya on July 27, 2005, at 10:11:12
In reply to What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal?, posted by KaraS on July 26, 2005, at 15:21:28
I took Klonopin as needed for severe anxiety for a few years. I don't take it anymore, nor do I take any other benzos. Unfortunately, I end up abusing them (taking more than prescribed to knock myself out).
My experience with Klonopin was that it was very effective for controlling the anxiety but made me forgetful and depressed. I also had awful, vivid nightmares.
It may not be everyone's experience, but I found that (as with all benzos) the *rebound anxiety* produced by them was worse than my normal anxiety. Perhaps if I'd taken them on a regular basis instead of as needed (sporadically) that wouldn't have been a problem.
Good luck.
Posted by KaraS on July 27, 2005, at 16:41:09
In reply to Re: What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal?, posted by Sonya on July 27, 2005, at 10:11:12
> I took Klonopin as needed for severe anxiety for a few years. I don't take it anymore, nor do I take any other benzos. Unfortunately, I end up abusing them (taking more than prescribed to knock myself out).
>
> My experience with Klonopin was that it was very effective for controlling the anxiety but made me forgetful and depressed. I also had awful, vivid nightmares.
>
> It may not be everyone's experience, but I found that (as with all benzos) the *rebound anxiety* produced by them was worse than my normal anxiety. Perhaps if I'd taken them on a regular basis instead of as needed (sporadically) that wouldn't have been a problem.
>
> Good luck.
Thanks. I'm not really worried about abusing them but I am worried about the potential for worsening my depression. I guess time will tell. I just hope that the withdrawal isn't that bad.K
Posted by Carolina on July 28, 2005, at 9:06:14
In reply to Re: What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal?, posted by KaraS on July 27, 2005, at 16:41:09
hey kara-i've been on klonopin for years now and
as long as i only take it as needed i'm ok...u do have to be wary on klonopin along w/ all benzos b/c they can become addicting...hope all works out-carolina
Posted by KaraS on July 28, 2005, at 16:16:20
In reply to Re: What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal?, posted by Carolina on July 28, 2005, at 9:06:14
> hey kara-i've been on klonopin for years now and
> as long as i only take it as needed i'm ok...u do have to be wary on klonopin along w/ all benzos b/c they can become addicting...hope all works out-carolinaHi,
Do you mind if I ask you if you had a lot of trouble with grogginess in the beginning on the Klonopin? I am extremely groggy just from a quarter of a .5 mg. pill taken every other day! I know that others have had grogginess and that it has eventually gone away for them but I'm wondering if anyone has had that problem as intensely as I am right now.
Also, do you ever forget and miss a pill? If so, what happens? Do you get withdrawal effects right away or can the body tolerate one missed dose?
Thanks.
Kara
Posted by Carolina on July 28, 2005, at 23:17:39
In reply to Re: What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal? » Carolina, posted by KaraS on July 28, 2005, at 16:16:20
hey kara-
honestly at 1st, klonopin always made me very groggy and still does if i take more than i know i can handle. i'm supposed to take 3mg a day but i dont. i feel it's just 2 much 4 me, especially since quitting effexor 2 weeks ago. i feel 80% less anxious now so i only take 1mg of klonopin if i begin 2 feel a panic attack coming on or i have to go out into the world! i am in intense counseling RE: everything that is built up and is toxic inside but mainly an assault in 01 that i never dealt with. the klonopin is mainly for my severe social d/o due to PTSD but i'm hoping that once i give 110% to going through and dealing w/ the pain my sit. will improve. glad 2 help anyway i can-carolina
Posted by KaraS on July 29, 2005, at 0:13:53
In reply to Re: What's you experience with Klonopin withdrawal?, posted by Carolina on July 28, 2005, at 23:17:39
Posted by Carolina on July 29, 2005, at 0:55:51
In reply to Re: Thanks. (nm) » Carolina, posted by KaraS on July 29, 2005, at 0:13:53
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