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I've been taking klonopin (clonazepam) for 10 years for anxiety and panic attacks. i'm 6 weeks pregnant and have tapered down to .5 mg and cannot go any lower.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Benzo Withdrawal.: Yes you can. But, it may take months to get there. One quicker option is to go into a medical detox center and to be medicated through this last phase of your withdrawal. I applaud you for going through this. This choice for your health and the baby's health is admirable. You will be much healthier with out this sedative.

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Answered 4/5/2013

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A member asked:

I've been taking klonopin (clonazepam) for 10 years for anxiety and panic attacks. i'm 6 weeks pregnant and have tapered down to .5 mg and cannot go any lower.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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