One month cold turkey

[[Zj...]]

Hello,

 

I quit clonopin after 8 years of use on March 11, 2016. aside from taking my prescription I started purchasing Xanax and self medicating, I went to a detox and had an abrupt titration which lead to not being able to leave my apartment for 3 weeks, I'm doing much better now. No urge to use, but my symptoms vary from joint pain, panic and depression, outburst of hysteria, and indecision. This looks like a cool place and I'm happy I found it.

[[me...]]

Welcome to the forum! You'll find plenty of information and support here.  Our members have gone through all aspects of withdrawal, and you're likely to find people who understand what you're going through.

 

It sounds like you are doing well considering your recent rapid detox.  Here are a few links you may find useful:

 

Cold Turkey, Detox & Rapid Withdrawal

 

The Ashton Manual is an authoritative source on what to expect in withdrawal and recovery.  Dr. Ashton is an expert in the field.  She describes and explains withdrawal symptoms in Chapter III, and there is also a section with withdrawal/taper schedules.

 

Please take the time to Create a Signature.  This will allow others to see where you are in the process so they can better support you.

 

Again, welcome!

 

 

[[be...]]

Hello,

 

I quit clonopin after 8 years of use on March 11, 2016. aside from taking my prescription I started purchasing Xanax and self medicating, I went to a detox and had an abrupt titration which lead to not being able to leave my apartment for 3 weeks, I'm doing much better now. No urge to use, but my symptoms vary from joint pain, panic and depression, outburst of hysteria, and indecision. This looks like a cool place and I'm happy I found it.

 

Welcome.Your are right, it is a cool place. We have some pretty great members here and their collective wisdom is enormous. This site was literally my savior when I found it a little more than two weeks ago. I , too, went the detox route...pretty brutal. What I can tell you from my own experience that your symptoms are normal and over time will drop off one by one. Again, welcome. It is always nice to have a new member. See you on the boards!