Alternative, natural supplements for Klonopin withdrawal anyone?

Posted by g0ldengirl1952 @g0ldengirl1952, Apr 1, 2023

I'm hoping to talk with folks that have found alternatives to Clonazepam as I am weaning off of mine, I've discussed it all on another thread here called Klonopin Tapering.

I have done some reading about how Klonopin/clonazepam works in the body, and found some alternatives although only trying one thing called L-theanine. The other things I've seen mentioned so far, are GABA, Niacin, and Vit. C.

Any input/feedback is so welcome as I want to sort of rebuild the parts of my body that have been taken over by the clonazepam (1 mg since 1988) and I am still hopeful this can happen for me at age 70 now.

I want everyone to know that I am not against conventional medicine, but I know that I want clonazepam out of my life and know it's possible just from what I've seen and heard so far 🙂

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I may need that medicine, but what side effects did you stumble upon? How long were you on them? And if I already have severe muskoskalital issues, is clonipon not a suggested medication?

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I have tremors, ringing in my ears 24/7 (use a little white-noise app on my phone or I'd go nuts) I developed a heart problem in 97 almost 8 years into using the drug, and way more anxiety and depression to the point of giving up, lets say. I need to be clear that I do NOT know if Klonopin/clonazepam caused any, or all of my issues and I only listed the big ones I have. But all those things were mentioned in an article or two I read.

You may very well need clonazepam, I am not against people that the drug helps, but it certainly is not helping me, if it ever did more than make me drowsy, feel calmer. I can only suggest you know about any drug your doc recommends going into it. I don't assume any pill is good for me because the doctor says so, I do my own research as best I can is all. It's my responsibility ultimately, and I wish I'd learned that, or realized earlier on.

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Just decided to get off Klonopin after 25 years of 1 mg. I am older than you, but I’m noticing the struggles having bad effects on my body. How are you doing with getting off this terrible drug.

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Alternate prescriptions: Buspar, Luvox
Natural alternatives: mindful meditations etc (Insight Timer app has lots of free content), therapy

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Hi, i was wondering if someone is trying to get rid of clonazepam using passion flower extract instead .
On clonazepam 0.5 mlg for 3 yrs and trying to cut it down..0.25 mlg per 3 weeks...it seems that i rebound all the time by the end of 3 weeks ...any ideeas please?

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@ciuleandra

Hi, i was wondering if someone is trying to get rid of clonazepam using passion flower extract instead .
On clonazepam 0.5 mlg for 3 yrs and trying to cut it down..0.25 mlg per 3 weeks...it seems that i rebound all the time by the end of 3 weeks ...any ideeas please?

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Micro taper. There will be symptoms. Sorry you are going through this, but those on the other side are true warriors and you can do it. Whole foods, no chemicals, additives, etc. -NONE. Give your brain the best possible chance to heal. Read the Ashton Manual online. Any supplements... use a tiny amount to see if it helps, if not don't use. Even Vitamin D (which is a hormone) even bothers some people who are weaning off. Magnesium at night for sleep and anxiety, you can try. Glottis breathing, meditation, yoga. Give yourself 100% attention. I tried every supplement on the planet. Passion flower, lemon balm, etc, etc.... Nothing worked continuously for me except time and practicing lots of calm. All physiological symptoms. Weaned for 6 months, then had PAWS for YEARS. Maybe should have tapered much longer? Who knows. Nobody. Doctors prescribe these drugs but most have no idea how to help you off. I used the Ashton manual and it helped me understand so much about weaning, *kindling, etc. Stuff I had no idea about. Thinking about you today and cheering you on. Thoughts and prayers.

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@ciuleandra

Hi, i was wondering if someone is trying to get rid of clonazepam using passion flower extract instead .
On clonazepam 0.5 mlg for 3 yrs and trying to cut it down..0.25 mlg per 3 weeks...it seems that i rebound all the time by the end of 3 weeks ...any ideeas please?

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Copied this from what I posted to someone else, but applies here. I have been where you all are. I am not 100% but I am waaay better than I was. I have great days now. I feel for you all, but also want to tell you there is complete HOPE. YOU CAN do this. They say the only way out is through. So true. Found a girl tapering online- used her videos. Take each day as it comes and give yourself 100% KINDNESS. None of this is your fault! The brain needs time to heal. Some brains take longer. LOVE YOURSELF for your commitment.
"Micro taper. There will be symptoms. Sorry you are going through this, but those on the other side are true warriors and you can do it. Whole foods, no chemicals, additives, etc. -NONE. Give your brain the best possible chance to heal. Read the Ashton Manual online. Any supplements... use a tiny amount to see if it helps, if not don't use. Even Vitamin D (which is a hormone) even bothers some people who are weaning off. Magnesium at night for sleep and anxiety, you can try. Glottis breathing, meditation, yoga. Give yourself 100% attention. I tried every supplement on the planet. Passion flower, lemon balm, etc, etc.... Nothing worked continuously for me except time and practicing lots of calm. All physiological symptoms. Weaned for 6 months, then had PAWS for YEARS. Maybe should have tapered much longer? Who knows. Nobody. Doctors prescribe these drugs but most have no idea how to help you off. I used the Ashton manual and it helped me understand so much about weaning, *kindling, etc. Stuff I had no idea about. Thinking about you today and cheering you on. Thoughts and prayers.

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@tia50

Micro taper. There will be symptoms. Sorry you are going through this, but those on the other side are true warriors and you can do it. Whole foods, no chemicals, additives, etc. -NONE. Give your brain the best possible chance to heal. Read the Ashton Manual online. Any supplements... use a tiny amount to see if it helps, if not don't use. Even Vitamin D (which is a hormone) even bothers some people who are weaning off. Magnesium at night for sleep and anxiety, you can try. Glottis breathing, meditation, yoga. Give yourself 100% attention. I tried every supplement on the planet. Passion flower, lemon balm, etc, etc.... Nothing worked continuously for me except time and practicing lots of calm. All physiological symptoms. Weaned for 6 months, then had PAWS for YEARS. Maybe should have tapered much longer? Who knows. Nobody. Doctors prescribe these drugs but most have no idea how to help you off. I used the Ashton manual and it helped me understand so much about weaning, *kindling, etc. Stuff I had no idea about. Thinking about you today and cheering you on. Thoughts and prayers.

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Thank you , sometimes i feel that i am going to die because of all these withdrawal symptoms ...i hope i ll survive ...somehow...

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