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« Reply #10 on: February 09, 2010, 12:14:43 AM » |
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Erik you're a year out from your taper? Thanks.
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« Reply #11 on: February 09, 2010, 12:24:59 AM » |
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Mike, I think that is a typo in the signature line. If it isn't the signature line certainly doesn't make sense. Thanks for pointing that out.  It certainly changes the advice considered if it has been a whole year. I think he just completed a very rapid taper at the end of January 2010. He may end up correcting me on this one, but if I remember correctly, that is what he had stated in a previous post on another thread. I keep writing 09 on my outgoing checks, eventually, I will figure out its 2010.  TC |
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Taper version 2.0 (original dose 2mg K)
11/6/09 .97 mg 12/6/09 .85 mg 12/31/09 .75mg 1/17. 66mg
2/8 .56mg 2/16 .53mg 2/26 .50 mg
3/14 .47 mg 3/24 .44mg 4/1 .40mg
4/7 .37mg 4/21 .31mg 4/29 .28 mg 5/12 .22mg 5/18 .20 mg 5/25 .17mg 6/1 .14mg
6/15 .07mg 6/25 .02 mg
6/27/10 last dose of Klonopin...good riddance green monster.
6/28/10 BENZO FREEEEEE!
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« Reply #12 on: February 09, 2010, 12:55:16 AM » |
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Ha, TC yeah makes a slight difference but one never knows with benzos.  |
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« Reply #13 on: February 09, 2010, 01:15:43 PM » |
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ok. For what its worth, here's my take on reinstatement, which I did at Christmas after an Oct-Nov taper. It sucks. There are still issues, and tho I got some relief, it wasn't complete, and now am having other issues, like nightmares, headaches...and still have to do a taper. The real issue is my w/ds were harsh, and now have this PTSD effect whenever I contemplate the inevitable taper that I must do all over again. So, I'd say, do it once and get it over with. Susan
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klonopin since 2008, .50/2008 .25/ 2009
tapered off end of 2009, descended into hell
reinstate 13/23/09 .25 again
taper from 1 yr cymbalta 3/09 oh those crazy brain zaps
now tapering K ever so slowly hoping not to revisit earlier experience
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« Reply #14 on: February 09, 2010, 01:37:35 PM » |
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Hi All,
Thanks for pointing out the typo; I've fixed it.
Today, I'm feeling very much inclined to stay off of this medication. Here are the facts, and please throw opinions my way on all of this because it helps:
1) The worst is over in terms of symptoms, at least I would imagine (comments?). I've been off the drug for 3 weeks this coming Wednesday, and with exercise and healthier habits I've noticed a slight improvement in how I feel. From reading other peoples withdrawal symptoms, I have determined that mine have been minor, which makes me think that protracted withdrawal - at least w/ terrible symptoms - is unlikely.
2) There is no guarantee that reinstatement would have any positive effects other than a temporary period of relief, followed by another taper, during which I would no doubt feel worse than I do now.
I just wish I could have SOME type of reassurance that sticking this out would not be a mistake and that I won't be suffering w/ headaches and anxiety for months to come...please weigh in.
Much Obliged,
-Erik
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Xanax off and on for a few years starting in 2005
Klonopin .5-2 mg/day over the period of 07/09 - 12/09
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« Reply #15 on: February 09, 2010, 01:59:29 PM » |
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Hi Erik I don't think anyone could give you such a reassurance and it's too soon maybe to say that the worst it's over. That said, since you have windows is a good sign and the only thing I can say is that If I was where you are I wouldn't go back to the medicine after three weeks, and with the improvement you're experiencing I think you'll be fine I only tell you that because I get the feeling, from what you write, that you don't want to reinstate, and I understand perfectly how you feel. It's only your choice though. |
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- Tapered xanax from 1.50 to .75 mg since November 2009. - January 15, 2010 - tapered to .625 - January 30, 2010 - tapered to .5 - February 15, 2010 - tapered to .375 - February 26, 2010 - tapered to .3125 - March 05, 2010 - tapered to .25 - March 16, 2010 - tapered to .1875 - March 24, 2010 - tapered to .125 - March 27, 2010 - started water titration .125mg x. - 100 ml water April 03 2010 - 0.1 mg, April 06 - 0.08 mg, April 09 - 0.06 mg. April 11 - 0.05 mg. - April 13 - 0.04 mg April 14 2010 BENZO FREE!!!FREEDOM
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« Reply #16 on: February 09, 2010, 03:21:12 PM » |
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Erik,
I hope things get better for you.
This thread was helpful for me to read since I've been considering a dose correction.
I've gotten various opinions but the one I like the best is: Pick a course and stay with it.
My best to you,
Truck
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« Reply #17 on: February 09, 2010, 03:40:45 PM » |
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Even though I'm not 100%, I do feel better not being on the meds (both mentally and physically) and I feel like my head is finally starting to clear out a bit.
Keep the opinions coming; they are very helpful, and obviously not only to me.
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« Reply #18 on: February 09, 2010, 05:34:18 PM » |
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My opinion: tough it out. Reinstatement is a roll of the dice.
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« Reply #19 on: February 09, 2010, 05:59:12 PM » |
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I've made a decision, and I'm definitely going to just deal. I don't ever want to touch this drug again, no matter how much I may feel I need it. It's just as important that I fight this psychologically as it is physically, and going back on the drug will not fix anything.
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