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Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: 9 hours ago | Replies (88)
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Thanks Dave. Depression is indeed a disease, and it is based on the brain's inability to process serotonin properly. By the time most people realize this, they also benefit greatly from talk therapy.
And I take 1mg of Klonopin (clonazepam) in the morning and at night. As you say, if it works, leave it. (But be aware, clonazepam is an addictive drug and getting off of it is very hard, even at low doses.)
Joe
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Yes it is hard to get off Klonopin but at age 74 my PCP is more worried about my overall health. I don’t drink or smoke and exercise vigorously at least six days a week.
She has a woman in her practice that is a more than moderate drinker and for that reason she is weaning her off Klonopin.
Common sense is needed by those practicing medicine. There is no one size fits all. If Klonopin usage is going up or you are not willing to quit drinking you have to make a decision.
Withdrawal is very hard and that is why I brought it up at my last meeting with my PCP. She makes her decisions on a case by case basis. That is why I continue to see her even though I have moved across town. I do the same thing with my dentist, audiologist and dermatologist. The longer someone sees you the better advice they can give you.
Good luck to everyone.