Posted by harry b. on May 4, 2000, at 9:53:05
In reply to Re: Klonopin question, posted by ChrisK on May 4, 2000, at 6:16:49
I've taken Klonopin for 5 yrs. My highest dose
was 4mg/day. Right now I'm at 2.5mg/day. Klonopin
is an anticonvulsant, but is frequently used
for anxiety, panic attacks, and to help sleep.
It is sedating.Some people have a very difficult time trying to
wean themselves off it. I once stopped taking it
abruptly and suffered terrible headaches,
nervousness, increased heart rate, and high blood
pressure. Do not discontinue this med cold turkey.
I've read here that it tends to "dumb you down."
I'm not sure of that effect, but how would I know
since I'm a user of it?I use it for anxiety and for sleep.
Hope this helps
poster:harry b.
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