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I've taken clonazepam for exactly 1 yr. 0.5 mg and 0.25 for 4 mos. of that year. is it likely for someone to see addiction spec. for this low dose?
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Yes: Clonazeoan as well as other anti-anxiety medication if taken for more than one month becomes addicting even at low doses.
Answered 11/25/2014
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