Posted by lois on April 9, 2013, at 6:52:17
I have been on clonazepam 2 mgs for 2-3 years. After multiple med trials for sleep with my older doc, my new Dr. wants me off. I had to move to a new town. That's why new Doc. I have tried for 4-5 weeks. Went from 2 and [1/4(as needed)] at night to 1 and 1/2. Headaches for first week and 1/2. Then ache was better, but I feel different and uncomfortable in my head and don't sleep. I need it for sleep. I didn't sleep for years off and on through, I think, all the sleep meds available. It is my last resort. I also use it for a mood stabilizer for BP II. My other Doc. of 25 years believed in poly pharmacy and was 'not' benzo-phobic. I don't want to get real sick like I was for years. I feel a like I'm destablizing trying to come off. I am angry that I have to feel bad again after many years of use, good quality of life and 'no' tolerance.
How can I convince him that I can use it safely and it was my last resort and what 'does' he have to help me sleep? My driving is now difficult too. Thanks.
Lois
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