Posted by Angel Girl on May 15, 2003, at 13:16:45
In reply to Re: Ridiculous, Irresponsible PDOC!!! - jack » Angel Girl, posted by Viridis on May 15, 2003, at 2:09:01
It irritates me when changing doctors that they change medications that are working. I understand that Xanax is an addictive drug but since I hadn't taken it in several months and only started taking it when under new stress, that should tell him that I am NOT addicted. I go by the philosphy that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Xanax was working, no need for changes. I'll keep Klonopin in mind. Do you know if it makes you gain weight though??? Thanks for the info.
Angel Girl
> Many doctors are afraid of Xanax because (supposedly) it's "addictive". My pdoc told me that if I have to change doctors, I should be very careful about asking for Xanax, because unfortunately, some doctors would label that as "drug-seeking behavior". Too bad, because it's a great med for those with real anxiety disorders.
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> Klonopin might be a safer bet, if it works for you -- with its longer half-life, it's considered safer by many doctors. I've found it very effective for anxiety and depression (although I take Xanax too, as needed).
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