Clonazepam for Anxiety User Reviews (Page 4)

• mamaluv
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 30, 2015

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I have been on Klonopin for almost a year now, and it has been an absolute lifesaver! I had horrible panic attacks, was scared to drive, couldn't even go shopping without getting dizzy and anxious. Anxiety had taken over my life, the panic attacks were so scary I thought I was going to die. I'm very grateful to have this medicine. I've heard of problems with dependency, but I don't know what I'd do without it. I'm also on Zoloft, and I feel like I have my life back!"

• Galie...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 20, 2014

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I have social anxiety and take this medication on an as-needed basis. I have noticed a huge change in myself once I got the dosage right. I wouldn't be able to function in social situations without it."

• Leilei
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 29, 2020

"I've always taken clonazepam as prescribed for severe anxiety. Tolerance developed quickly, and doctors kept upping my dose while adding other medications. Up until two years ago, I would have given it a 10 as I had no idea what was happening or coming at me. It has messed up my blood pressure, and I have tachycardia now, so I need to get off it. THIS IS AWFUL. I have been on 1 mg 2 times daily and down to 1.5 a day. I don't know if I can get to 1 mg a day. Believe every horror story on here because if you ever want or need off this ride, you better buckle up. Find another way. Don't make this an option."

• Wendy...
• April 2, 2014

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I began getting severe panic attacks in the middle of the night every night. Not just regular sleep pattern problems. But waking up wanting to be dead. This went on for a couple of years until I could not bear it anymore. My doctor prescribed me Klonopin, and it has done the trick. Prior to Klonopin, I tried Ambien, Ambien XL, and Seroquel. I personally think it's a good idea to follow your doctor's instructions and start with the milder medicine. But to those who warn of the withdrawal symptoms of Klonopin, I have to say that opinion does not apply to all. Not wanting to die in the middle of the night every night for 2 years is such a benefit to me that I will risk the withdrawal symptoms that may come with stopping later down the road."

• Hardw...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 8, 2016

Klonopin (clonazepam) "This 'medicine' ruined my life. I took it just as the doctor prescribed Clonazepam, 5 mg every night before bed. He said I would probably need them for the rest of my life. He failed to tell me these are very powerful tranquilizers (all benzos are). We are only supposed to take these for no more than 2 weeks! It worked well for many years until one day it quit working. Tolerance, withdrawal, sick 24/7, med no longer works, sheer panic. Suffering all since that day, and it's been one year off now. These meds also cause depression over the years. I had a great life until this med caused me to lose everything! Nightmare! Please, don't walk, run from this poison!"

• Brett...
• January 22, 2018

"Clonazepam is very safe and effective for anxiety, derealization, and even (in my case) depression. It is easy to come off of, should you wish, by tapering slowly (finishing with a liquid taper). I have tried life for 30 years without clonazepam and for about 3 years with clonazepam. There is no comparison. Clonazepam seems to provide what my brain is unable to produce in adequate quantities. Please don't be afraid of this medicine. It does not make a person high, it is safe, and can significantly improve the quality of life for many people."

• Mike
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 22, 2019

"I have been on 2 mg clonazepam for more than 5 years. It has done wonders for my anxiety and panic attacks. When I informed the doctor I was concerned about addiction, he advised me I am dependent on it, not addicted. Addiction is the misuse of a drug, he said, big difference! I am allowed 2 mg up to 3 times a day but very rarely take more than 2. It has literally changed my life."

• PepeS...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 4, 2023

"I've been taking clonazepam (2mg/day) for the past 8 years to treat GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder) and panic disorder, and it's been nothing but a blessing. At first, the side effects were fairly potent with grogginess and poor coordination being the most prevalent. After a couple of weeks, they subsided, and the medication fully alleviated any uneasy/anxious emotions, thoughts, and/or physical feelings. I was no longer caged in my room, fearing anything and everything outside of my comfort zone."

• Kitz
• February 16, 2018

"I have been taking Klonopin for 20 years. I had a complete nervous breakdown in 1997. This medication is the best ever for myself. I take 4mg a day for Generalized Anxiety Disorder and actually function great. I can work full-time and concentrate without my mind racing. I have no problem being on this for the rest of my life. I at least have a life now."

• iwant...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 10, 2024

"I started experiencing minor sexual side effects after using this for a couple of months. I take 3 mg daily divided into 3 times a day (1/1/1). It makes it harder to get and maintain an erection, which is not a good thing to have in my early twenties. I'm considering stopping it because even lower doses barely provide anxiety relief. It's not a serious issue, but it has reduced my desire for sex to every 3-4 days minimum, and even then, I only engage in it a few times instead of multiple rounds. This is not something I would like to have in my early twenties. I did a blood test, and everything is functioning healthily. I know the medication is causing these issues. Anxiety still affects my libido, but I have never experienced erectile problems like this before."

• Chris...
• June 2, 2013

Klonopin (clonazepam) "This has single-handedly eradicated my free-floating anxiety/stress issues. I have experienced occasional fatigue/sleepiness as the sole side effect. I'm able to function without worry and anxiety about anything. I was wary about trying it but it has been a godsend. I have not taken it for any other purposes other than to rid unwanted anxiety and would recommend to anyone suffering with anxiety issues."

• Butter...
• February 16, 2017

Klonopin (clonazepam) "As a mental health therapist with anxiety, I tried this to test it out having my doubts. This drug works very well for someone with ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. Keep an eye on the dependency factor, overuse will cause addiction and health issues."

• Flora
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 5, 2019

"Wonderful medication. I have been on 0.5 mg for many years now and sometimes take another 0.5 at night to help me relax and sleep. I do not drink, so that's not an issue. I have a sharp memory, so no problems there. I have a stressful life, and this really helps me to calm and focus myself. I am less shy and can express myself better at work when I take 0.5, which I do every day. It has helped me so much with my shyness and anxious self, I only wish I had sought out help earlier in my life. I am in my late 50s and have taken this for over 10 years. Frankly, my cognition and memory are better than others my age. I recommend it if constant worry and shyness are holding you back. Just keep the dosage steady, and don't increase if you don't need to. I do not have an addictive personality, so for me, this medication is great!"

• Antho...
• December 16, 2016

"I've been on Clonazepam for five years now. I take it for general anxiety disorder. This is a miracle drug. I don't care what the critics say about the idea that it's addictive or that you build up a tolerance or any of the other hundreds of negative things they say about this drug. All the negative effects they claim you'll experience haven't happened to me. And trust me, if anyone feels the side effects of drugs, it's me. All the cold and flu medications, antihistamine, etc. that say they are non-drowsy (i.e., Claritin) knock me out completely. Sure, this drug is addictive, but so is your heart medication. If you go off it, you might get a heart attack. Listen to the doctors, not the Internet."

• Chris...
• September 29, 2010

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I have suffered almost all my life (childhood to 52 years old) with anxiety, mood swings, rage, muscle aches, irritable bowel, teeth clenching, heart palpitations, etc., etc., etc. I have been called a hypochondriac. This is the first time I have taken this medicine, and it has helped minimize or completely alleviate my symptoms. I just wish I was given this earlier in my life. It would have saved me from a whole lot of suffering."

• Naz
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 15, 2020

"I’ve been on Klonopin or Paxam or Revotril, which are the Australian brands, for about a year and a half, 2 mg a day for severe social anxiety. I tried countless SSRIs, and Valium and Ativan weren’t strong enough. My psych tried to put me on Seroquel or Zyprexa to get me off, but I declined. This medication works wonders for me. I can see my friends, go out to bars/pubs, and generally do my normal daily tasks like working and driving. The enormous downfall is that they are incredibly addictive, and the potential for abuse is massive, plus the withdrawals, don’t get me started, can make you crazy and can be life-threatening. You just need to have self-control and take it EXACTLY as your doctor tells you to. Otherwise, you’re in big trouble. This is a beast of a Benzo (not anywhere near as bad as Xanax) and not to be played with. All the best to those who are trying it!"

• JConrad
• January 4, 2020

"This has been a lifesaver for me. I went down a spiral of depression and self-destructive behavior and was very resistant to see a doctor, which made things worse. Also, I was scared of the 'fame' that follows this substance. Once I decided to see a doctor and started the recommended dose - 0.5 mg three times a day - life changed in a very acute way: intrusive thoughts were diminished, concentration went up, and productivity went back to what it was before depression set in. It's been 4 years on it at the same dosage. This and the antidepressant saved my life; once I was on the verge of suicide. Nowadays, I allow myself to skip dosages on a few days without any signs of malaise. I can't say my experience is a textbook example of what it does, but in my personal experience, I may say it was fundamental to avoid something worse. In my country, the recommended treatment limit is about 12 weeks; I'm well past that and, as I mentioned, I'm able to take drug holidays without negative effects."

• Alayska
• March 22, 2014

Klonopin (clonazepam) "For the past few years, I have been suffering from severe anxiety and depression. When my doctor put me on 0.5 mg, I didn't know if it would help or not, but in just a month or two, my life has changed a lot for the better. I've been more self-confident and going out more. It really does help. As people have mentioned before, take the lowest dosage that suits you. It really is a great treatment for anxiety. Though everyone is different, if you're running out of options, you should definitely ask your doctor about it!"

• Nobodys...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 4, 2015

Klonopin (clonazepam) "The best anti-anxiety drug I've taken, bar none. Xanax works for me as well, but Klonopin seems to have a more subtle, drawn-out effect on me. I can take it during the day or at night, it doesn't make me sleepy, but I rest better when I take it. It takes a little while to kick in, but that's not a problem for me. Just an all-around godsend."

• Sag
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 8, 2019

"I've been taking clonazepam for the last 8 years, and it is very effective for anxiety. I was unable to walk and go places and felt scared to stand and walk due to anxiety. I am taking this medicine and enjoying my work and life."

• Taken...
• April 16, 2014

Klonopin (clonazepam) "This is a miracle for me. I have experienced abrupt withdrawal, but that was my fault, and all that happened was my vision was extremely blurred and I was in bed a few days. Do not drink with this medication, take it as needed instead of all the time. Then you won't have withdrawals if you forget to take it. I don't understand why this old trusted medication isn't prescribed more often. It never produced 'euphoria' or anything like that for me or anyone I know on it - but it's dangerous with alcohol, I guess, and so many people drink. I've been on 6mg a day - which I found way too much and went down to 2mg on my own."

• Eddie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 22, 2021

"This medicine is a godsend if you do not have addictive qualities. I thank God that my tolerance to this drug does NOT increase. I have taken higher doses that would cause non-users severe amnesia (2-4mg), and they actually do not work hardly any better than just a simple .5mg dose. If you are struggling with anxiety, I would highly recommend taking this with perhaps Celexa, and do not think twice about trying a regimen of 3 times per day. Yes, in the morning it does not cause me drowsiness. Clonazepam saved my life: got rid of rapid mood swings, gave me hope that I could calm down, and no intense withdrawals or cravings. Saved me from having to take antipsychotics for agitation and saved my marriage. The prescription guidelines for this drug are too harsh because of the general drug crisis and short-acting benzos. The prescribing guidelines specifically say that it does help a certain population with daily use, your average doctor simply doesn't want to deal with you. Blessings to all."

• Coral
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2019

"This medication has worked wonders for me. I have extremely bad anxiety and had no relief for months on end. Was convinced I was going crazy and in a frantic state of mind constantly. Not sleeping well, not eating well, panicking, overwhelming and intrusive thoughts at a high. As soon as I got over my fear of taking medication and actually swallowed my first dose, I found the next morning to feel a huge sense of relief from the anxiety. I was not as paranoid and socially anxious, which I’ve never experienced even on good days. The benefits of this medication are incredible. I will say that becoming addicted to this seems to be a very reasonable statement. I don’t know how long I’ll be on it, but my tolerance has quickly risen and I’m taking more and more for the same relief. It’ll be a month on it now, but this is the only thing that has worked for me. For desperate situations like my own, this medication is a lifesaver."

• Hot...
• November 2, 2009

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I have been on a variety of medicines that never seemed to help me with anxiety. I have been taking 2mg of Klonopin 3 times a day for almost a year, and they have calmed me down tremendously. I was always anxious about everything, from bills to jobs to family...you name it. This medicine, along with journal writing, has also helped manage my anger problems too. I've tried to wean myself off of it several times, but I usually end up anxious and frustrated all over again. I just have to accept that Klonopin is now a part of my life for longer than expected. Two thumbs up!"

• bulldog
• July 10, 2016

Klonopin (clonazepam) "I am a middle-aged man who has had anxiety my whole life. In addition, I have a very stressful job. About three years ago, my wife convinced me to see a doctor. I had never taken any sort of anti-anxiety medication previously. The doctor prescribed Klonopin but was very adamant about taking it only as needed. The prescription says 1 mg, twice a day. But I only take, on average, two pills a week when I'm really stressed. As many people here have said, it started out great, then faded with time. Although it definitely helps, it's not pleasant. It's almost as if it makes me so sleepy I'm too tired to be stressed. Two years ago, I would have given it a 9. I still recommend it. Other than sleepiness, I have no other adverse effects."