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Originally Posted by Wounded Phoenix
I am on day 4 of being off of klonopin. I have been on it for the past 15 years. I tapered down over the last 2 months from 1.5mg to .250 for the past few weeks. I believe I was experiencing withdrawal symptoms the past few weeks at .250 so I just decided that I might as well quit last Thursday. I have been experiencing anxiety, restlessness, agitation, nausea, light headed, and crying spells. So far today I have been ok except for slight nausea and a weak feeling. Looking forward to the day that I can say that I have been off klonopin for 23 months!
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Hugs and good luck to you! I truly feel for you. There is the support site online which is very active. When I was at my worst, I could not handle all the controversy. It's the one that starts with benzo and ends with buddies.
There are thousands upon thousands on that site and they are all hurting, angry and sick. It's a tough gig! I go back to visit occasionally, it helps a little to read success stories but it can be very discouraging to read stories from the people in protracted withdrawal, more than 18 months off according to them. So if you decided to check it out, proceed cautiously at your own risk.
Everyone's experiences are completely different so try not to adopt the "I'm going to be this way forever" attitude. It is easy to get into that mind set. I remind myself that every new day is an opportunity to have a better day.
If I can help you in any way let me know.
