Question 1

what should i do to ease withdrawal symptoms of clonazepam (klonopin)?

Accepted Answer

Rehab is best choice: Withdrawing from Klonopin (clonazepam) can be very dangerous if not done carefully. I suggest you speak with a dr. That specializes in addiction.
It depends on amount taken daily and for how long. It also depends on the reason you started to take it in the first place. In any event it must be done slowly!

Question 2

i ran out of klonopin (clonazepam) and have no way of refilling it. i was taking it three times a day, how fast can withdrawal set in? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Klonopin (clonazepam): I understand your discomfort .
Klonopin is a Long acting Benzodiazepine for treatment of Anxiety.
It stays in the body longer than short acting Benzodiazepines.
 It is likely to stay longer in the body since  you are taking it three times a day. 
Please see a Psychiatrist immediately, or go to emergency room..
Have psychotherapy , meditation and Yoga for Anxiety and Medication Dependence.

Question 3

prescribed klonopin (clonazepam) for sleep for years. it was stolen last week. i think i'm in withdrawal. my script can't be filled for 4 days. should i just wait?

Accepted Answer

Risky: You don't mention dose, but in any case, w/drawal can be bad - so don't take risks with your other conditions present. Ask for tapering help on an emergency basis. Try to find a less dangerous method(s) to address your various issues - think out it as you might debt consolidation counseling. Take care - get help.

Question 4

will i have bad withdrawal from klonopin (clonazepam) after taking it for a month?

Accepted Answer

Klonopin (clonazepam): Depending on the dose & how often, sudden discontinuation can cause withdrawal.

Question 5

what symptoms to expect from klonopin (clonazepam) withdrawals after taking for a year?

Accepted Answer

Minimal : Klonopin (clonazepam) is one of the drugs that has relatively minimal side effects when tapering/discontinuing use. Depending on the dose you were taking and individual reaction - symptoms are usually mild and transient.  Best bet is a stepwise titration over 1-2 weeks to ensure the best result.  Hope that helps!

Question 6

is it possible to have withdrawal effects from .25 mg of klonopin (clonazepam) once a day for 4 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: While anything is possible, it is highly unlikely.

Question 7

would going from 3mg of klonopin (clonazepam) to 2mg cause withdrawal symtoms.....is that to big of a switch?

Accepted Answer

It could be slower: Clonazepam is a long 1/2 life agent, so w/drwal sx's from 3 to 2mg a day are not likely . However if taken for long time, is always advisable to taper as  slow as possible to guarantee succes.

Question 8

what are the withdrawals symptoms can you get from coming off klonopin (clonazepam) 1.5mg a day after taking it for 1 year?

Accepted Answer

Klonopin (clonazepam) withdarawal: Generally speaking Klonopin (clonazepam) withdrawal from 1.5 mg are insignificant given the long-acting nature of this med. However, to minimize the risk of withdrawal with any med from this class, a slow weaning process is the most advisable course of action.

Question 9

was on klonopin (clonazepam) 1mg for a month. tapered over 6 months. done now. why can i expect from withdrawal and how long will it last?

Accepted Answer

You may miss it: For some, klonipin is psychologically addictive beyond the physical addiction. Are you one of those individuals?Depending on how useful you found it to be,that tiny pill is often missed.No matter what it was prescribed to treat (anxiety,insomnia,shyness),the best post-withdrawal strategy is to replace it w/new ways to cope,like. exercising/therapy/meditation-something which calms u naturally.

Question 10

klonopin (0.125-0.25) every day for 6mo. ssri/snris don't work so dr wants me on. i want off, but i have withdrawal symp after just a couple days. :(?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal: Which one do you have withdrawal? Withdrawal is a common reaction when stopping these meds. It is best this is lower the dose slowly. Ask your doctor for help don't do it alone. You have to accept the withdrawal as you lower the dose as a passage towards and better goal. Klonopin usually has some serious effects when stopped but then other medications in its class.  Speak to your doctor.

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What should i do to ease withdrawal symptoms of clonazepam (klonopin)?

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I ran out of klonopin (clonazepam) and have no way of refilling it. i was taking it three times a day, how fast can withdrawal set in? what should i do?

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Prescribed klonopin (clonazepam) for sleep for years. it was stolen last week. i think i'm in withdrawal. my script can't be filled for 4 days. should i just wait?

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Will i have bad withdrawal from klonopin (clonazepam) after taking it for a month?

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What symptoms to expect from klonopin (clonazepam) withdrawals after taking for a year?

A member asked:

Is it possible to have withdrawal effects from .25 mg of klonopin (clonazepam) once a day for 4 weeks?

A member asked:

Would going from 3mg of klonopin (clonazepam) to 2mg cause withdrawal symtoms.....is that to big of a switch?

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What are the withdrawals symptoms can you get from coming off klonopin (clonazepam) 1.5mg a day after taking it for 1 year?

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Was on klonopin (clonazepam) 1mg for a month. tapered over 6 months. done now. why can i expect from withdrawal and how long will it last?

A member asked:

Klonopin (0.125-0.25) every day for 6mo. ssri/snris don't work so dr wants me on. i want off, but i have withdrawal symp after just a couple days. :(?

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