Posted by JACJ on December 15, 2004, at 22:37:07
In reply to Really a chemical imbalance or Klonopin addiction?, posted by BRC on December 15, 2004, at 19:14:31
Hi BRC,
My opinion is that you are suffering from tolerance to K. You will need more K in the future to get the same effects. You are addicted. You body is addicted b/c you are experiencing w.d symptoms when you are late with the med or forget it. Addiction also means that you need to take the pill so you won't experience those symptoms. It doesn't only mean when you crave something. Your 4 mgs of K is equal to 40 Mgs. of Valium. I have alot of experience with benzos and believe they are really bad news. They shouldn't be used on a long term basis and this is documented in so many journals, etc.The benzo can also cause more anxiety and symptoms then before you went onto the drug. Have you spoke with anyone on this issue like your doctor? I came off all meds about 9 months ago and I feel 10 times better than I did. it was a personal choice for me cause I hated suffering from the side effects. If you do w/d from K please, please do it at a slow rate. W/d symptoms can last many months and w/d from a benzo slowly does not guarantee a smooth ride. Please don't be scared. I want to help you. I know loads of people who had some discomfort but made it thru to the other side. I came off of 3 mgs of ativan in 4 weeks which is extremely fast and I am doing so well. I am not trying to tell you what to do but just my feelings on benzos and other psychotropic drugs. Take care and please email me if you have any questions.
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