5 years of Klon 4.5 mg daily for sleep / last 5 years trying to recover

[[Wo...]]

Hello all.

 

Like many many others I am sure, I went to Psych Doc for help with insomnia, anxiety and depression.  Was put on 4.5 mg Klon daily for about 5 years with 60 mg Celexa.  Really worked well as I was so over medicated I could navigate almost any issues.  Then was told to reduce K at my own pace (his words) when I was doing great.  Like a moron I took less next day, felt nothing, less next day still felt ok, then stopped then soon lost my sleep, my job, my mind and ended up in horrible spiral.

 

I came to this group now as I am going though a tough time again as I lost my job then had to quit a new job after just two weeks due to insomnia.

 

I have switched over to valium and tapered down to about 2 - 3 mg per day (valium) currently but my sleep is terrible with the financial burdens due to lack of employment.  The biggest question I am weighing currently is which is worse, the effects of constant insomnia and anxiety or going up a bit to 5 mg or even 10 mg valium to be able to function during this turbulent period.

 

Hopefully there are others in community that can provide some good feedback. 

[[be...]]

Hi  Welcome to BenzoBuddies!

 

I am glad you found us today. The recommended reduction rate is 5 to 10 percent every two weeks. A gradual taper really is the best way to try to minimize symptoms. i don't know if up dosing will bring you the relief you are looking for.

 

You might like to check out The Ashton Manual it is an authoritative source on what to expect in withdrawal and recovery.  Dr. Ashton is an expert in the field. 

 

Please feel free to post to any of the dedicated boards, we have a wonderful community of people here, who will give sound advice. Members have been through all aspects of benzodiazepine use and withdrawal and are more than willing to share their experiences.

 

General Taper Plans

Withdrawal Support During Your Taper

 

 

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! 

 

benzos-R-cruel