I can understand that it’s scary and you’re not alone, I personally don’t want to stop taking it because it works very well for me, I have tried so many other medications and they just didn’t work for me. I never really knew that there’s a big problem going on until I came here and read all the stories that people told about their experiences, I also realize that they were being pressured by the doctors to get off them and that’s what was causing this. I don’t know why the powers that be are doing this but I’m sure they have their reasons, I don’t want to fix what isn’t broken and hopefully I won’t get pushed into this very difficult situation.

Sorry if my post is inciting fear. Was not my intention at all just seeking lived experience and input, but my apologies! I think if the med works for you and you need it then there is nothing wrong with continuing use! I am wanting to get off because i feel ive become dependent on something that was initially supposed to be a short term med to help with panic attacks. I dont feel i need it daily anymore if that makes sense. Thanks and best of luck