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I am having a VERY difficult time with Klonipin withdrawal
I have been on Klonipin for a BIG Panic disorder for over 15 years. I recently had to wean down off of 3 to none fast. The withdrawal was the worst thing that has ever happened to me. I have my normal prescription now. However, at a lower level. But, I am still having a withdrawal symptom that is plaguing me. I am still taking it, but half of what I had been. I hear my Heart thumping in my ears, very loud and fast, 120 beats per minute. Did anyone else have that symptom? Or describe their withdrawal? Oh, and I NEVER want to speak to that new and cold Psychiatrist I have.
Struggling. Thanks.
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I will have to look into that about driving somewhere for this. That's a great idea.
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1 ReactionWhat kind of specialist do I need?
I just saw an ad for virtual appointments through amazon if ur a subscriber. If you are, you could ask if they take your insurance. Worth a shot?
The amazon virtual doctors require a membership. But the first 2 weeks is free. So u could get at least 1 or 2 visits
She lives in Tampa, Florida and her nurse practitioner is licensed in the state. I am not sure if she takes insurance though, as my friend is paying privately and it is not cheap. I am so sorry you are without support in this venture. it is a hard, hard thing - I was on benzos from 2004-2024. I can just say that I am 19 months benzo free and it is worth the struggle.
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4 ReactionsYou were on a large dose for a long time. I hope you tapered very very slowly. If you didn’t, this could be why you’re having major withdrawal symptoms.
I have read the Ashton manual and have forwarded it to my GP in hopes that he might try to help me. The first time he blew me off hopefully he’ll know that I’m serious and will help me. I’ll know more in a few days.🤞
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1 ReactionI have another message into my GP mentioning the Ashton Manual and hopefully he can help. The few psychiatrists that we have here are overwhelmed and not accepting new patients.
I would try a psychiatrist or perhaps a nurse practioner who emphasis is behavioral health. Not sure about your insurance or finances but a federally qualified health centers could help. I had no problems tapering off but other people do. I was prescribed it for way too long. The better option is therapy which taught me boundaries etc.
I've recently started taking herbs. The last ones I've added are Rhodiola Rosea Root, 400 mg. and Kava, 200 mg.. Kava can be very potent. The kava capsules I purchased was 200 mg. That was too much. I remove half of the Kava and take it at bedtime. The Rhodiola I take in the afternoon. Usually after lunch.
2 times a day I take 100mg. of niacin with 400mg. of Turmeric.
I suggest you look into these supplements. The internet is flooded with information regarding them.
I do notice days when I miss them. I hustle to go take them.