Posted by Quintal on November 28, 2006, at 10:38:47
In reply to To Dissipate grieving thoughts... Xanax?, posted by Pluto on November 28, 2006, at 3:37:12
>But I am worried. Am I an addict?
I think you probably have the answer to that question in mind already, you may looking for reassurance to the contrary?
>Will I be get addicted to Xanax to the point of never being able to get off if I go like this? Will Xanax lead me to a point where there will be no return? Can anyone help?
I was taking doses of Klonopin up to 20mg a day (equal to approx. 20mg Xanax) in addition to opiates at the beginning of this year and have now withdrawn completely. There is always a way to get out of addiction so I hope you do not let that problem overshadow the benefits of the Xanax you're taking.
>However Xanax brings relief words can't describe.
Sounds like a good idea to keep taking it then, so long as it keeps you mentally well and functioning.
> Is there any other med to help dispel sombre thoughts?
I can make suggestions of course, but I'm not sure if you have access to certain meds. I wonder if clomipramine (Anafranil) - an older TCA drug would help?It is a powerful antidepressant and has some anxiolytic properties. It is also more activating and stimulating than most other TCAs.
Opiates are another option if you have access to them, but I suspect the potential legal consequences of addiction and dependence would be greater than benzos? I find taking the maximum dose of OTC painkiller tablets containing codeine helps dispel negative thoughts and dysphoria.
Good luck.
Q
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