New here and looking for help

[[Ja...]]

Hi! I'm here because I'm worried that I messed up the end of my taper a couple of weeks ago. It's very frightening. I am hoping to ask for advice.

[[ma...]]

Hello JanineQ Welcome to BenzoBuddies.

 

We are glad you found us,  you will get plenty of help and support here.  Withdrawal can be very scary, but you will come through it. I am looking forward to you giving us a little more information, it will enable members to help you better.  In the meantime, I will leave you with some info, and links you might find useful.   

 

If you have been on benzos more than a few weeks, the generally accepted taper rate is 5-10%, every 10 to 14 days.  The rate can be adjusted to meet your needs.  Tapering slowly can help keep withdrawal symptoms manageable. 

 

Although symptoms can be tough at times, they are temporary, we do eventually recover from this experience.  Withdrawal can be a very challenging time, communicating with people who understand, really helps us get through this process.

 

I would suggest you read The Ashton Manual, It is a great resource for understanding the effect benzo’s have on our body.  It provides Tapering and withdrawal information and includes a list of common symptoms 

 

Our members are a caring bunch of people who have been through all aspects of benzodiazepine use and withdrawal, and will share their experiences with you.

 

Here are some links:

 

The Ashton Manual. 

 

General Taper Plans

 

Withdrawal Support

 

Post withdrawal recovery 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”

 

Feel free to post on any of our dedicated boards.

 

Welcome Aboard

 

Magrita