Which ones are stronger & would help with my severe anxiety and panic attacks? Also are the 2mg xanax the same as the 2mg kpins? Please respond as soon as you can.
Thank you
Haley
1mg Xanax vs 2mg Klonopin which is stronger?
Question posted by Anonymous on 17 July 2014
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Mikemeck0723
16 Dec 2016
I have been prescribed to both and tried both at different times and together. It depends on the individual. I think that if you jave no tolerance Klonopin is the was to do. If you take it as prescribed you will rarely run into anxiety thay you can't handle. Xanax is a different animal. It does hit way way harder and way faster. But people say that it dosent last as long is not totally true. If you have no tolerance and take 2mg of Xanax it could knock you out all day compared to if you took 2mgs Klonopin you wouldn't feel it as much and it hits you milder. No benzo withdrawal if you suddenly stop will kick in way faster with Xanax than Klonopin. The problem with both are the tolerances go up quickly. So you might have to take a little bit less for a couple days and then go back to your normal does to feel the same.
It is all about finding the best one for you and if you have a doctor that's willing to let you try both that's the best way to do it and you figure out which one works better for you. Right now I am prescribed to klonopin to come down off of using Xanax for too long. And it's working. But I need to use more Klonopin than Xanax for the same affect. I'm Klonopin is not Time released Klonopin will kick in within a half hour and then maybe kick in for another 15 minutes. Xanax will kick in between 15 and 20 minutes. I hope this helps if you have any questions just ask. My question is it better to see a psychiatrist for this or a regular doctor
LauraDawnSimon678
4 Dec 2016
Definitely the 2 mg. Klonopin is by far stronger than a 1 or even a 2 mg. Xanax due to it's longer half-life.
Writemindedlefty
27 Nov 2018
Wrong. Xanax is THE strongest by far.
Foreveragypsy
24 Oct 2016
If you take Klonopin and you need the quick onset like Xanax gives try chewing up the klonopin. Works for me.
Marnie H
1 Sep 2016
kaismama, it sure is a good thing you retired because your comment explains why you were only an RN. You certainly didn't have the brains to become an MD. The person was simplly asking a question and didn't need you to tell them what they should or shouldn't decide what's right for them. My dr has always told me, given the tools and the education to know what the drugs are capable of, it's up to you to figure out what you need and what you should try taking. As a young child I was kidnapped, raped and left for dead and even I refused to take meds as a young person but as I got older I became a recluse, agoraphobic, ocd and extreme anxiety. I spend about 22 hours a day in my bedroom now because I didn't deal with my problems when I should have and now I'm paying for it. I take Xanax as well but it just doesn't work much anymore and I need to know what others experiences are too.
So stop being judge mental and use this forum for good things to give POSITIVE advise. And btw if the RN was so smart she should know that different meds work in different ways for different people. Out bitches
Nmaxlili
14 Nov 2018
She is not being judgemental. She is simply stating that Klonopin has a longer half life than Xanax, which is true. However, different drugs do affect people differently. We can sit here all day and discuss but the matter of it is most doctors dont care what you want. They will prescribe what they think is best for you. You either can take that script and fill it or go somewhere else for a consult. Nowadays, docs wont even give you a script upon initial consult.
Writemindedlefty
27 Nov 2018
Not true at all. I’ve had three psychiatrists in 15 years and my input AND preferences have always been taken into consideration.
That’s MY experience. Yours is yours. But don’t come to a popular online community and speak for most doctors actions, and pretend to know everyone else’s background and circumstances.
Judgmental? YES. Most definitely.
Inactive
5 June 2016
Xanax is stronger when it comes to it being that initial fast-acting "powerful" feeling, but it does not last as long. Klonopin is long lasting. You may have to take 2 mg Klonopin instead of 1 mg of Xanax, but a pharmacist recently told me that Klonopin is stronger in the sense that it is long-reaching and believes dosage is about the same in strength: just different effects.
I use both for different purposes: Xanax for initial panic, but Klonopin for anticipated long-term anxiety on a particular day where I can calm down at a slower pace than Xanax. Klonopin will kick in sooner with a slightly higher dose, but essentially, the mg seems the same to me. They just work in different ways. Note: I'm Bipolar and agree with the person above who mentioned Klonopin is highly recommended for those who have it. Very effective for a long-lasting sleep, especially in combination with my Seroquel.
kal1kas2ken3
18 Aug 2016
Just a quick response. I assume you are on the Seroquel due to the bi-polor since it is an anti-psychotic med. Just wanted to say that so others won't ask for it for panic when that is not its use. It is used to help you sleep. Good luck and so glad you are getting help that works for you.
Erika134
9 Oct 2016
I too am bipolar and take benzodiazepines to help with my manic episodes. Think about it a person becomes very manic cant calm down, has racing thoughts, etc etc. taking a sedative is very beneficial with these kind of symptoms especially when you can't sleep and could harm yourself on accident because you've been up for days no one wants to end up in a mental home when a benzodiazepines could esasily correct the problem.
Mikemeck0723
16 Dec 2016
My brother-in-law is bipolar and is prescribed 2.5 milligrams of Klonopin which helps him out a lot. So people that say Klonopin isn't for bipolar don't know what they're talking about.
Deezy84
18 April 2017
I agree, I keep both on me and take kpin on a normal day but if I'm in a weird fast paced environment then I bring Xanax because certain things give me bad anxiety. Xanax helps me be more social and helps me speak. Normally I avoid conversing with people or stopping at gas stations with too many people but I take a Xanax and I'm happy and can be put in any situation and not be nervous or have a panic attack.
Kelliejoclark1
4 May 2016
I just switched from 1 mg Xanax to 1 mg klonopin. After only 6 weeks I started having introdose withdrawal with Xanax at .5 twice a day with klonopin I take 1 mg at bed and have very very little to no anxiety all day but it did take 2 weeks for the klonopin to give around the clock coverage Xanax has a stronger short high and klonopin has a more subtle calming that is sedating. I hate the high so I think klonopin is much better.
Luvsbullys
18 Jan 2017
That is my concern. I have anxiety and my doctor switched me today from Xanax to Klonopin. At my request I guess because I told him the Xanax is wearing off too fast. I am prescribed 1 mg twice a day. Am I going to go through withdrawal from the Xanax?
Luvsbullys
18 Jan 2017
That is my concern. I have anxiety and my doctor switched me today from Xanax to Klonopin. At my request I guess because I told him the Xanax is wearing off too fast. I am prescribed 1 mg twice a day. Am I going to go through withdrawal from the Xanax?
bigwillc
24 Feb 2016
Well with a question like which is stronger I know what your saying I have taken both alot. Lol. Anyways I think you have to take twice as much kpins as you put it to get the same kind of feeling.But if you are looking at it from a healthy mind and body side I would stick to the "kpins" they will work for even extreme anxiety. The reason I say try not to be on zanax is that they are extremely hard to get off after continued use and that's coming from someone who has went through every kind of withdraw there is. Not Co signing or oking it but it happened. But whichever you use try to use it as sparingly as possible bc it's the worst kind of crutch.And "everyone is different so be careful we all only have one life and it's precious love it and each other."
Adriansayer
24 April 2016
Very well said good input my man!! Keep it least as much as possibly
joonbug0861
8 Feb 2016
Xanax works quickly, for onset of Anxiety and panic disorders. Klonopin is a longer acting Bezodiazapine. They are both Benzo's The difference only that klonopin lasts longer, and is used for those with chronic Anxiety disorder. Doses are different. 1 mg xanax is pretty much equivalent to 2 mg of Klonopin. I have taken both. I am a disabled flight Nurse/Paramedic/firefighter. I have used both myself, and find that 2 mg of Klonopin puts me nite nite, and lasts all day unless something big comes up like loosing a loved one. Where the xanax is quicker acting has a half life of approximately 2 hours, and the effects for me were gone in 4 hours. Hope this helps. Respectfully.
Tmcsmarthy
15 July 2018
Ive been taking benzos the last ten years and 2mg Klonopin is well stronger than 1mg xanax and they last longer and 2mg Klonopin are the same as 2mg xanax just the Klonopin last longer
latin beauty 05
23 Jan 2016
I believe that xanax arw steonger.
c00ky6o9
20 Sep 2017
I just went for a screening at a clinic and the therapist said Xanax is stronger and more habit forming than Klonopin. I know people who take Klonopin and they tell me it is strong. I wish they would make a pill that can cure anxiety and panic attacks.
buschg1
12 Nov 2015
I personally have found that Xanax the more potent drug in that is i makes me incoherent at times like drunk who has had too much. It can get into a lot of trouble that way and if you don't want to ever see a new date companion again in the future.then by all means take the xanax and you won't need to worry about her calling again. But when it comes to Klonopin, it seems to have another effect. At least for me that is/ But I been fooled before. After a night out when I feel I've conquered a major victory and plan to gloat at the morning breakfast but wAS HIT WITH A COLD WET BLANKET to finally find out I had beeh had big time. Devastating Blow. Some times you got to take a step baake and get your own like of track long before you need to even think about aviy rmarriage. But when you are both reasdy. Nothing else matters. The END
Thanks you
Greg Buschjost
sokolikova
18 Nov 2015
have just question... can somebody find for me 1mg or 2 mg Xanax... or 1mg or 2mg Ativan or clonazepam??? use these(not abuse=use)over 5 years for my several panic anxiety attack,seizures,blackouts etc... all because I stopped drin 12 months ago and don't want start drink again... help please,any info will be really appreciated... thank you.
Blondie 0680
29 Nov 2015
Have know idea what the HELL YOU SAID, YOU MUST OF TOOK ONE TO MANY XANAX!
wnash101
2 Dec 2015
Amen!
thry1212
17 Jan 2016
I have no idea what you talking abut. Your sarcasm doest fit... at all.
Blondie 0680
23 Jan 2016
It's not SARCASM it's the truth, it sounds like he's trying to buy?
I keep it 100% REAL, and had NO IDEA WHAT HE WAS SAYING BUT DIDN'T SOUND RIGHT TO ME. TAKE IT HOW YOU WANT I COULD CARE LESS!
Jay13
4 Feb 2016
Stop takin pills. K.
kal1kas2ken3
20 Aug 2016
My comment is short and sweet. WHAT?
DatGuy
22 Feb 2017
What ? I (we) can't even read your spelling. Come back when you either learn to spell or are not high from taking too many pills or are too drunk or both. Damnnnn. You Makin yourself look real bad on here playa!
GurleyGirl
20 Aug 2017
^^^What HE said!!!
pepep
12 Sep 2015
I do know that not all bipolars can take klonipin. My daughter is bipolar and they flip her out... So they can't be for bipolar people.As for an anti depressant never heard this,and I've been battling depression,anxiety just to name a few since 13. I have to take Thorzine or life is hell... but it works for me... And no I don't do the thorzine shuffle... it makes me normal..And Xanax for anxiety...
Jay13
4 Feb 2016
Yes people with bipolar can take any benzos. In the correct dosage.
Datdemder67
10 May 2016
This one goes out to kygirl. Get your facts straight clearly you know absolutely nothing about benzos. You said Xanax is not a benzo. But yet it's the strongest. Valium and Klonopin are your benzos. Then said that Xanax is diazapem. You shouldnt make a comment regarding something you literally haven't a clue what your talking about. I'll straighten it up for you though sweet heart... Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan, are all benzos period. All of them are benzos I repeat myself. Lol. You said Xanax is a diazapem? Lol. I was laughing reading your comment. Diazapem is Valium girl. If you get prescribed 10mg Valium. The bottle will say 10mg Diazapem. Just like if you get Xanax prescribed to you, say in in 2mg. It will say 2mg Alprazolam. These are just the chemical names. If you get 1mg klonopins. It would say on the bottle 1mg clonzepam. Again these are all in the benzo family. Without a doubt, xanax in my opinion is the strongest benzo out there.
The best there is for anxiety. Depends on your tolerance to benzos as well though. Because if you don't take benzos every day for a period of time, then wake up one day with an anxiety attack. A 10 mg Valium would do the trick no problem. But if you've been on benzos for a period of time say for a couple years. Then a Valium isn't going to really do much at all. All depends on your tolerance and what mg of course. I prefer 2mg Xanax aka alprazolam. But I have a tolerance. Where I could take one and function. Where if someone who'd never taken them before, day they took one zanny bar. Give them 1-2 hours, they're either in jail, knocked out sleeping, blacked-out. That'd be because they're immune system isn't ammune to the the amount the took. Where they should've tooken something like a Xanax 0.25mg. Witch would be equivalent to about an eight of a bar. After taking it for a long time your body needs it to function. Just like you need food to live. Then the dosage just goes up and up, so your able to get the desired effect. Before I go, shout out to all of my the educated people out there!
mrdynamyt2005
17 May 2016
Great explanation and pointing out the tolerance increase. I have always told people that if their anxiety level is at
jennin40
25 July 2016
Mine are to help control my fast heart rate n also when my heart pauses Bc it forgets to beat
kal1kas2ken3
20 Aug 2016
Dear kygirl66, I am also from KY but not sure where you got your information. Xanax is one of the strongest benzos and one of the most abused. It has a quick half life causing you to need it more and more often. And Diazapam is the generic name for valium. Sweetie please make sure you know the answers before posting the wrong answers and confusing people. I wish you the best of luck with your problem. Oh and benzos are not used for bipolar conditions. I've been dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, and depression since I was 17 and attacked. I have spent most of my life in therapy while raising 3 sons. My 1st born at the age of 17. Then I finished school. Went on to get a BS in Nursing and worked as a RN for 32 yrs. It's been a long hard ride and now disabled and on soc. Security. But I do think the mess helped and hindered. I've always wondered. But I did it. So no matter how hard it gets just get up, brush off, and start living again.♡
lauramorrick
14 June 2015
The Klonapin is stronger in the mg U informed & also longer acting (extended released, 1 Every 12 hrs; most prescribe 2 per day but since I sleep 9 hrs, I only have to take 1 per day; after taking 6.0 mg of Xanax for 20+ yrs)!
Laura
jennin40
25 July 2016
I'm trying to find out what all is in a klonapin 1mg ? Any thoughts or advice will be greatly appreciated ?
Mikemeck0723
16 Dec 2016
Is it better to see a psychiatrist or family doctor for these kinds of medications I am diagnosed with chronic panic disorder?
Madmatts
13 June 2015
Hello, I've taken the 4 major benzos that are prescribed: Xanax, ativan, klonopin and Valium. If you're looking for just a straight forward answer - Xanax is the strongest, with ativan coming in second, klonopin in third and Valium I'd place last.
Just because the drug is stronger doesnt mean its better, per se. Xanax and ativan are going to hit you pretty quickly, within half an hour; But, the effects fade quickly. Usually within 4 to 5 hours.
IMO: Klonopin is the most useful for people suffering from general or chronic anxiety. It takes around an hour to 2 hours for it to kick in BUT you'll see a better benefit from the drug. It also takes about 8 hours for the effects of klonopin to wane.
Good luck getting your disease under control.
Juarez
12 Sep 2015
Well its like this I have Panic and anxiety Disorters and have been on xanas Bares and Klonopin also and The Klonopin is by far the Best Medicine For the to problems I have and also The Klonopin works with people who has Seziers also so its like I said By far the Best ... Good Luck to all...
Juarez
12 Sep 2015
And to all I have been on the Klonopin for over 22 years and have had not one Sezier... :)
Cburbage
26 Nov 2015
The best answer here!!!
Demeuser
8 July 2016
You don't get seizures unless you quit taking the medicine over a short period of time. If you wane yourself off over a period months by slowly reducing the dose, you will be fine. If you go to fast you could get a seizure and die.
Madmatts
8 July 2016
Hello all,
I'm now a pre-med student studying psychiatry. I think he's reiterating he hasn't had any seizures because benzodiazepines were originally synthesized for control and cessation of seizures.
Doctors and the medical community realized the sedation property and have been using them to treat anxiety since. If you're curious which benzo came first - it was Valium, then Xanax.
I hope you all are well.
Remember, good routines and breathing exercises can help if a panic attack is imminent and you are unable to get your hands on your medicines.
Charley Rowe
29 Nov 2016
All people are different i prefer klonopin is at one time a non narcotic klonopin was great for others until they wanted to get stronger on xanax to get high like xanax bars I know this is true
DatGuy
25 March 2017
Klonnipin is stronger than ativan.
Joelemery
20 Oct 2017
I have been on all these medication for years and will say this... clonazapam is the winner in this one. And the price difference is absolutely ridiculous
Xanax is 10 times more pricy and less effective. But people will always stand there ground when arguing the facts that prove clonazapam are stronger then xanax. It is a sign of pure ignorance and shows how talk and hype will lead people to believe what is not true!!! In other words it's all in your head! You people are arguing against pruevin studies and facts.
Dottie25
14 Jan 2020
It all depends on the generic. Patent laws make binders, fillers and coloring different: FDA only regulates actual active substance(Xanax generic). For me, Breckenridge is by far the worst (takes hours to kick in, really weak); Aurobindo a slight bit better. Has anyone had experience w Par or Activa? Small pharmacies near me carry both and when rx is over want to try something new.
Cdh141
18 Aug 2022
The fact is, diazepam (Valium) is a “prototype benzodiazepine” meaning the first benzodiazepine to be tested and approved by the FDA for treatment of a range of neurological and psychological disorders and may be used to treat “off label diagnoses” not recognized by the FDA. It’s molecular structure breaks down into three different benzodiazepine metabolites. The three metabolites of diazepam—nordiazepam, temazepam, and oxazepam—are quickly recognized as individual benzodiazepines, which can be prescribed for a variety of medical conditions. Temazepam (Restoril) being primarily one of the few sedative/hypnotic drugs in the benzodiazepine class of medication. Alprazolam (Xanax) is the newest benzodiazepine and was used to treat chronic anxiety and is the only benzodiazepine in its class to not have a full anticonvulsant property.
However, it is used and found very useful, (my case included, to treat against PTSD and psychogenic/pseudo seizures, but has the only side effects that affect your irrational thinking, stealing, hostility, etc.
here’s the breakdown of the benzodiazepine equivalency chart.
10mg I’d diazepam is equivalent to .05mg of alprazolam.
2mg of alprazolam is equivalent to 2mg of clonazepam and 2mg of lorazepam is equivalent to 1mg of alprazolam, thus equivalent to 1mg of clonazepam. Since this conversation was listed, clonazepam has been giving people who have used the drug many problems with these new generic manufacturers arising and the one’s we knew buying out each other. They have little to no active ingredient in their clonazepam now thanks to big pharmaceutical companies. Teva pharmaceuticals is now activus that also owns roche pharmaceuticals. Accord brand is a placebo and has absolutely zero active clonazepam. A 2mg tablet may have .125mg off active clonazepam, and for Teva, Activas, Sandoz and all others, they’ve got roughly .5-.75mg to every 2mg tablet. I was on them for ten years and I started getting the accord brand. Within two days I was in and out of the hospital. Diazepam is not only the best choice for the short time to kick in, fast if not faster than alprazolam, but it’s effects last as long as clonazepam. Not to mention it’s made of three different benzodiazepines. These days, diazepam or alprazolam are what you need for severe chronic onset GAD, social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, PTSD and be careful because it not for treatment of chronic depression or bipolar, and any benzodiazepine could actually intensify that effect. Also be careful taking SSRI and SNRI medications along with antipsychotic and mood stabilizer medications as the newer generation anti depressant as well as others listed above have a higher chance for death. Yes, benzodiazepine use can cause potential addictive behavior and dependence, possible dementia and respiratory problems, but that’s only mild unless combined with other CNS depressants or opioids. I hope this helps.
Inactive
1 March 2015
In my experience Xanax "felt" more powerful, fast acting and pretty much shut down anxiety and panic. It had a nasty rebound effect tho, that really sucked, requiring higher doses and ultimately a painful withdrawal. Klonopin had a mild effect that took hours to get my panic and anxiety under control, but little to no rebound effect if I missed a dose. Although slower to act, it has the same control as Xanax, although I carried some Xanax with me for a bit "just in case". I never needed them, thankfully. I now avoid both Xanax and Ativan - unless I'm in the hospital, they are too unpredictable for me due to their short action.
kaismama
3 May 2015
Thank you for explaining it to people who think they know all about it. They need to check the conversion charts before they mouth off.
Mammaof2
31 May 2015
Xanax is a short term relief from anxaity and panic attacks, it should not be used long term... Klonopins have more uses then just the treatment of anxiety and panick attacks, the are also used in treatment for chronic muscle spasms and and sever nerve pain, if used properly will work wonders , I suffer from both panick attacks and anxaity but my main problem is nerve pain a mucles spasms and the klonopins 2mg 2 times a day is what works best for me, but if I feel I don't need to take it I won't so that way I don't become "dependent " on the drug... I also have fractures in my spine and extreme nerve damage, the reason people say Xanax is strong is only because it is made for a "quick fix" not long term use... Hopefully this helps a little..good luck!
Cburbage
26 Nov 2015
I took Xanax for over two years for sleep.now I'm on 1 mg k pens for same... I rarely ever take a benzo during the day... but I miss my Xanax for sleep in the evening... The long half life of the k pen is still in me when I wake up... I'm also on opiopd pain medication and have had trouble getting my Xanax from other physcs..
Roboco
3 Dec 2016
The problem is, if you are having a panic attack, one minute is too long let alone several hours.
Jada85
27 Jan 2015
I have had experience with both, so in my opinion, the Xanax is stronger & is especially for severe anxiety & panic attacks. The Klonopin is not the same as Xanax... Klonopin is an anti-depression/anxiety medication. Mainly ones with bi-polar disorders take Klonopin. These meds effect everyone different but I think the 1mg Xanax would help better than a 2mg Klonopin, but like I said before, everyone is effected differently. Hope this was helpful.
kaismama
14 June 2015
I don't know where you get your info but klonopin is not an anti depressant and is not mainly for bi polar symptoms. It is a benzo just like xanax. The difference is in the length of time they work. People who think xanax is stronger do so because they think the kick you feel is important.
Blondie 0680
17 Jan 2016
They are both used for panic attacks, anxiety, anti-depression but mainly for panic or anxiety attacks, read up on them..not bio polar, correct.
Blondie 0680
23 Jan 2016
For the (ANONYMOUS PERSON) IF YOU WANT FACTS GO ASK YOUR DR. OR LOOK IT UP, PEOPLE ARE JUST TRYING TO HELP YOU, AND GIVING YOU ADVISE ON EXPERIENCE? TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT!!
Blondie 0680
23 Jan 2016
For the (ANONYMOUS PERSON) IF YOU WANT FACTS GO ASK YOUR DR. OR LOOK IT UP, PEOPLE ARE JUST TRYING TO HELP YOU, AND GIVING YOU ADVISE ON EXPERIENCE? TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT!!
Savannahrr
6 March 2016
My daughter takes 2mg Klonopin as a Siezure rescue med, so it is prescribed for other reasons, too.
DrGonzo_138
10 April 2016
Just curious as someone who has been prescribed many different combinations of meds until we found the most effective treatment. One thing is that I have never been given clonazepam as anything but an anti-anxiety medication alone. IMHO it doesn't take affect fast enough when compared to xanax. I take Celexa as my mood stabilizer & xanax 1mg strictly for anxiety. Also I don't believe that there is anything on the market that treats acute anxiety and depression "as needed". If there is- please let me know!!! I'd be thrilled if something existed that I could take to knock out my anxiety AND my depression within 5-15min. Of course my Celexa has been the very best anti-depressant I've taken, but it is a commutative drug which takes weeks to begin working. I still the blues sometimes but no more extreme highs & lows.
Carriemabile
2 Sep 2016
I was prescribed 1mg Klonopin to take 2 times a day only as needed for my anxiety and panic attacks,and I get panic attacks bad!! About 10 minutes after taking my Klonopin the panic attack is gone. All medication works differently on different people. Why? I don't know,but as long as it helps me I'm good. I know plenty of people that take Zoloft!! I can't take Zoloft. It actually made me have crazy thoughts going through my mind. I wish the best for everyone that is dealing with anxiety and panic attacks on a daily basis like I have been since 2002 when my son passed away. I pray none of y'all every have to go through what I've gone through. God Bless❤️
Charley Rowe
29 Nov 2016
I have to disagree with you they are the same just different side affect xanxan will make a person mean if they run out not klonopin i been on both klonopin does not do that which it does people different
Charley Rowe
29 Nov 2016
i agree
hossg1983
22 Dec 2016
I'm a nurse practitioner and also have been on Klonopin for over 10 years and it is not an antidepressant and it is strictly for anxiety
hossg1983
22 Dec 2016
Klonopin and Xanax are strictly for anxiety Klonopin has a longer Half-Life than Xanax and that is the only difference
xannyman
6 March 2017
YOU don't know what you're talking about. im a pharmacist. klonopin is long-acting benzodiazepine that also has an "anticonvulsant" property compounded into it. IT'S NOT AN ANTI-DEPRESSANT. xanax has a half-life of 2-4hrs. klonopins half-life is 72 hours. So, people think xanax is stronger BC it hits you faster, but doesn't last as long. everyone's body is different. but both meds are broken down by the CYP3A4-enzyme in the liver. so it depends on the person.
Writemindedlefty
27 Nov 2018
Klonopin is NOT an antidepressant. It is also not specifically for anxiety. It started out as an anticonvulsant, for epilepsy. For seizures.
Klonopin can also most definitely be taken by those afflicted with bipolar disorder. No contraindications whatsoever.
Where do some here get their information??
Ckndi
8 Feb 2019
I agree with you. I have taken both Klonopin and Xanax and find that a one mg Xanax is about the same as two 1 mg Klonopins. I am on Klonopins now for seizures, but my neurologist is absolutely against Xanax. Although they are mostly considered the same, the Klonopins are the only benzodiazepines I have seen that are prescribed for seizures, so there must be some difference. The only one I see is the fact that Xanax is about twice the strength per mg.
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