Posted by ron1953 on July 14, 2010, at 22:34:07 [reposted on July 15, 2010, at 10:03:42 | original URL]
In reply to Very upset with PDOC - Need a little advice, posted by U2MN on July 14, 2010, at 16:02:30
Having been addicted to a benzo (Klonopin) for 7 years, and learning a lot about that addiction during my final withdrawal (I couldn't sleep for several days, so I had a lot of time to do research), I do have concerns about that class of drugs, but not benzophobia.
The one thing that I discovered (in arrears, unfortunately), and want to point out, is that withdrawal symptoms can actually appear BETWEEN DOSES, not just after a prolonged absence of the drug (which is WAY worse). What feels like anxiety between doses may actually be withdrawal. Looking back, I realize I was on a daily roller coaster ride, and didn't know it was being CAUSED by the drug. My doc didn't have a clue, so I applaud yours for being aware of the problems with benzos. For more excellent info, check out http://benzo.org.uk/
BUT.... you do seem to be doing well on your current regimen, and I can see why you might feel that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. In that case, you'll probably want to find a new doc, which I know is a real pain.
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