Posted by Alan on December 13, 2001, at 14:29:07
In reply to Re: any problems to switch benzo's? » Alan, posted by manowar on December 12, 2001, at 17:36:34
> Alan,
> Forget about my last post, I figured out your cryptic message and found the link.
>
> Amazing! I've always wondered why the benzos have always been helpful to me in the past. I didn't know I had panic disorder in the past, but I do now.
>
> Thank you Alan for that link; that info is exactly what the doctor ordered. My pdoc has been bustin' my balls when I ask about going back on Klonipin. What's funny is my pdoc is an ADD specialist. He has no problem at all prescribing pstims.
>
> I have a question:
> Which benzos do you have experience with, and which one has been the most helpful, and why?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
*******************************************BZD's are also just as appropriate for GAD, SAD and a host of other disorcders, not just PD overall. I use a maintainence dose of Klonopin (2MG's) and add Ativan PRN (up to 4 -5 MG if needed)for social situations.
The klon stabilises the GAD and the ativan (or xanax) is used for the social situations and anticipatory anxiety. BUT BZD's work as differently within the class as AD's do in their class for treatment of depression. A very misunderstood drug. You should be busting your doctors balls. YOU are the boss. If he doesn't think you're interested in how YOU feel, ask him why he thinks you'd be telling them you feel better on this medicine. If he doesn't listen, WALK, don't run to someone that understands these medications and specialises in the treatment of anxiety disorders and isn't a benzophobe. They're out there if you look for them.
Alan
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