Introduction

[[Ba...]]

I was put on a combination of lorazapam and amitripyline in 1976 for post-partum depression. That was 43 years ago. I have tapered 50% of the lorazapam, to 1mg, but am experiencing heightened levels of anxiety and depression, with severe insomnia.

[[ma...]]

Hello Bajadancer Welcome to Benzobuddies!

 

We are very glad you joined our community. You are making a great decision to taper off these drugs!  Benzodiazepines need to be tapered slow!  We can help you with support, encouragement and taper/withdrawal information.  In general it’s advised to cut your daily dose by somewhere between 5% and 10% every 10 - 14 days.  You can alter the schedule, whatever feels comfortable, the aim is to try to keep symptoms manageable.

 

I would suggest that you familiarise yourself with 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 

 

You will find some very valuable support and information on the forum.  Our members are happy to share their personal experiences with you and support you.. Please feel free to browse the boards and post questions to any of the dedicated threads.

 

I'll leave you a few links:

 

The Ashton Manual. 

Withdrawal Support

General Taper Plans

 

We have  dedicated boards dealing with Anxiety and Depression and insomnia issues, they are common withdrawal symptoms I'll give you links so you can connect with others who can offer some ideas and help.

 

Anxiety     

Depression       

Insomnia 

 

Please take time to add a signature (history of meds/doses etc) it will help members give you relevant advice.  Go to the top of the page and select PROFILE then choose forum profile then insert drug history into the text box and remember to click change profile

 

Welcome aboard

Magrita

 

[[Sa...]]

Welcome Baja!

 

Glad you found us.  We’re here to support you.

 

SaraSue