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My apologies. I didn't wish to sound dismissive, nor group everyone under the same tent. I think you may concede that there are those, for what they believe to be their own good and sufficient reasons, feel the need to self un-medicate to their own peril. I have changed anti-depressants several times, and the last experience was truly unpleasant. Trintillix did not serve me well, but a change from that to Prozac seems to have done well. As for Klonopin, i will continue and count my blessings. My best to you and all those who are experiencing issues which are drug driven as you seek to establish some equilibrium in your lives. My apologies again should my remarks be offensive to anyone.
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@elwooodsdad I totally get your point as well as everyone's reasoning for staying on, or getting off of Klonopin. Klonopin LITERALLY, saved my life. I developed two rare neurological disorders that were life-threatening. I was put on Depakote and Klonopin hoping it would control my health problems , and I thank God, that these medications exists. Yes, I know the dangers for people who worry about long term use or withdrawals, and I am concerned as I slowly taper, until either I have to stay on a lower dose, or perhaps be able to eventually do without it. But I would have been a dead duck 10 years ago without it, leaving behind my husband to raise our son with autism alone. Everyone has different reasons to have been prescribed Klonopin. Some unjustly, when there were other medications doctors could have used. Some in my case, when they didn't know anything else that could help in a serious situation. Best of luck to everyone in their journey.