Diazipam dependant

[[Si...]]

Hi

I am 47yrs young, and have suffered 3 episodes of major depression/anxiety.

I used to take Soroxat. which worked wonders for years.

 

My last episode was horrendous, and I was in bits, as a result I was prescribed

diazipam & antidepressants. Any way this was 3 years ago, and although

things have greatly improved.

 

I still feel some anxiety and depression, I have tried to reduce diazipam

I managed to reduce from 20mg to 10mg daily, but can't seem to drop

Any further, without painful withdrawl.

 

I have no intention of ever coming of my antidepressants, as each

time I have I relapsed within months.

 

Thanks

[[ma...]]

Hello Side FX

Welcome to benzobuddies you will get a lot of support here

Have a look around others will be along shortly to welcome you .

 

if you would like to do a signature http://www.benzobuddies.org/forum/index.php?topic=9432.0

 

Magrita

[[pi...]]

Hello Side FX,

 

Welcome to benzo Buddies, there are so many kind and caring people here willing to answer questions about tapering from diazepam.

 

Do you have a doctor on board helping with your taper?  How quickly did you taper from 20 mg to 10 mg? General guidelines suggest cutting no more tan 10% every 7 to 14 days.  Others have reduced even less to make it easier on their systems. Slow and steady wins the race.

 

Here is a link to the General Taper Board for further information: http://www.benzobuddies.org/forum/index.php?board=56.0

 

I tapered from diazepam and I know that withdrawal can be so tough and rough, but it is definitely doable. Please feel free to ask questions.

 

pianogirl