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Any positive stories about Benzo tapering? I need hope

Addiction & Recovery | Last Active: Feb 5 2:56pm | Replies (368)
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@lindasmith1222

I am 70 years old and been on benzos for a decade at much larger doses. I still get withdrawal symptoms if I stop taking the 1.5 mg. I tried, it takes two days for my body to eliminate it, and then I experience withdrawal. Benzos are strong med

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leah09 | @leah09 | Feb 18, 2022

I have time restraints due to taking care of my disabled husband at home and also because this post is supposed to be "positive" so I am apologizing for my former negativity. I am politely going to stop posting on this site. Best to all of you. leah09

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sears | @sears | Feb 18, 2022

Yes they are. At your age(I’m 69) you may consider just staying on the 1.5. It’s a really low dose. Some doctors do recommend their older patients stay on a low dose rather than go through withdrawals. It’s tough on the old body. What does your doc say? I’m also on a low dose of Valium. I tapered 3 mgs. per day Xanax for 25 years. My doctor doesn’t pressure me. I just hope he outlives me. I wouldn’t want to find another doctor at this point.

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