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Klonopin was working well for me for 10 years, no signs of addiction and dependance. She knows this but she is in a different office now and they frown on Benzos. Should i believe her? Do i let her take away something that has done me a world of good?
Why did my mental health provider want me to stop taking Klonopin before joining her...
Question posted by HelenaGreco73 on 3 April 2022
Last updated on 10 April 2022
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mmmousemaid
4 April 2022
It seems to me that there is a new ideology regarding benzos in general about how harmful they are. But in certain circumstances I think they do more good than harm. Also, it may be dangerous to discontinue clonazepam after chronic use due to the high risk of seizures. Nor have I seen any reports about feeling better after discontinuation. That is what concerns me the most. Personally, I think a study of the history of the patient and the dose over how long, is merited. Close monitoring and medical justification would be helpful.
mmmousemaid
10 April 2022
Qualiofication: It may be that my doctor is correct that prolonged benzo is not great for your brain. I find an interaction between divalproex sodium sodium and clonazepam; sleepiness seems to be increased with the two together. Tremor may also be related to inter-dose clonazepam w/d.
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