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I am in 9th week of tapering off Klonopin .125mg wafer.  I have been on Klonopin for several years.  I recently found a taper schedule in a pamphlet from the Univerisity of Montreal. The withdrawal symptoms are stunning. My immediate need is to seek a medical professional in my area who is knowledgable to help oversee the tapering, if possible, and to safely manage this process in light of other medical conditions. I am grateful to have a source of information and support

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Hi Winterchild

 

Welcome to benzobuddies,  well done on starting your taper, you will get plenty of support here. Its recommended to taper slowly from benzodiazepines. Have you read the Ashton Manual, I will put a link here for you: “Professor Ashtons Manual” It is an authoritative resource on benzodiazepines and how to withdraw, the general rule of thumb is to reduce between 5/10% every 10/14 days

 

You'll find a great community of people who are here to support and encourage you. Please feel free to check out the forum and post to any of the dedicated boards

 

Here is a link to some benzowise doctors, I am so glad your seeking professional guidance having a medical condition http://www.benzodocs.com/

 

For tapering advice General Taper Plans Board  For support with any symptoms you may have post here: Withdrawal Support

 

If you would be so kind as to add a signature (history of meds/doses etc) it will help members give you relevant advice this link will show you how to”Create a signature”

 

If you have any questions, let us know.

 

Welcome Aboard

 

Magrita

 

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I am in 9th week of tapering off Klonopin .125mg wafer.  I have been on Klonopin for several years.  I recently found a taper schedule in a pamphlet from the Univerisity of Montreal. The withdrawal symptoms are stunning. My immediate need is to seek a medical professional in my area who is knowledgable to help oversee the tapering, if possible, and to safely manage this process in light of other medical conditions. I am grateful to have a source of information and support

 

welcome  "stunning" is a great word! I, too, went through a horrific withdrawal so I know how awful the symptoms can be. I don't know how long you have been on Klonopin, but in my opinion a slower taper minimizes withdrawal symptoms. I don't know how quickly the taper plan you found goes, but the recommended reduction rate is 5 to 10 percent every two weeks. We are here to support you during this taper. I am so glad you found us. Again, welcome.