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I'm joining this community to post on the KClub. I've read the thread, and I think I'd be able to relate to a lot of people there. I was on Ativan for a year, about 3-4 pills a day, then I was switched the Klonopin (.05 x2 a day was the Rx, I took a pill and a half at most). Now, I'm tapering off K. I think I'd be useful in the thread, because I'm not psychologically dependent on the medication, only physically dependent. So I don't psyche myself out about the withdrawl symptoms, as they come. I'm not hypersensitive anymore, when it comes to my body and the way it feels. I think I could provide support for others, and I may even find support there! Hopefully I've convinced you I'm not spam. Thanks for your time.

[Guest [Le...]]

Hello, DMW206 - welcome to BenzoBuddies!

 

It's great that you've already begun tapering from Klonopin - you've come to the right place to wrap it up and recover.

 

I'm so glad you decided to join the forum - you'll find plenty of information and support here. Our members have gone through all aspects of benzodiazepine use and withdrawal, so you'll be able to connect with others who understand what you're going through.

 

Here are a couple of links to boards that may be a good starting place to begin posting your questions:

 

  General Taper Plans

  Withdrawal Support

 

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

 

Looking forward to seeing you on the forum!

Leslie 

 

 

The Ashton Manual is an authoritative resource on what to expect during withdrawal and recovery. It provides a great deal of information that can be very reassuring during any stage of this process, including a list of common symptoms with helpful explanations.

 

For those who are currently tapering, a starting guideline is that the dosage not be reduced faster than by 5-10% every 10-14 days - some taper even more slowly than that. One exception: very short-term users of a few weeks or less may be able to taper somewhat faster.

[[GV...]]

Hey LeslieAsh Senior Moderator can I tell you one question?