Ativan withdrawal

Posted by gmamrj @gmamrj, Sep 7 5:33pm

I have withdrawn from .5 mg of Ativan a night that I have been taking for 6 years.
It has been 12 days since my last .125mg of Ativan. This is a nightmare. I can’t sleep. Lucky to get 3 hours a night and that is in segments. I might mention that I am 82 years old.
PCP has prescribed Vistaril. 50 mg before bed. Not working.
Now he has prescribed Lunesta which I haven’t tried yet.
Which is worse .25 mg of Ativan a night or Lunesta????
I am at wits in. Not able to function.

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gmamrj | @gmamrj | Oct 3 6:52pm

Blessings.
I have seen a sleep doctor who had prescribed Lunesta 2mg a night. So far it is working. Also she told me to get with a psychologist to do CBT-i therapy.
I also ordered some books that will help.
You will get this. Praying for you tonight

gmamrj | @gmamrj | Oct 3 6:57pm

Blessings.
You will get this!!
I am seeing a sleep doctor who has prescribed 2mg of Lunesta at night.
Also she suggested that I look into CBD-i therapy. I have heard great things about this.
Also you can order books on this.
Prayers