Posted by Alan on July 18, 2001, at 13:46:26
In reply to Re: Switching from benzos to Neurontin » Molly Straight, posted by Mitch on July 18, 2001, at 13:02:57
> I would strongly suggest the doc ADD the Neurontin on first BEFORE starting to taper any benzos. Otherwise you won't be able to tell if Neurontin is causing problems or if it is a benzo withdrawal. It seems to me that if the benzos are working why try to stop them anyways?
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> Mitch
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> > What advice do you all have for my son who wants to get weaned from klonapin and ativan? He has been on both for panic disorder for over a year now. He is also on 300 mg of tofranil at night for depression. His psychiatrist believes he is likely actually Bipolar II. He has developed high blood pressure and is only 21. I believe his psychiatrist will suggest Neurontin. Thanks.
*********************************************I would have to agree with Mitch on this - although I was suggesting the same thing but for different reasons.
It would be interesting to know why one would want to stop the benzos if your son has an underlying panic disorder. A Dx of BPII would probably benefit from the benzos too.
Alan
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