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Are there any permanent effects that are possible from taking clonazepam daily for 9 months or should all of the effects such as cognitive and memory difficulties cease along with the use of the medication, i.e. there are no permanent complications?
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Not likely.: No known permanent effects, but it can take several months for the brain to work properly again. See this article: https://blackbearrehab.com/blog/can-my-brain-heal-after-clonazepam-use/ Of course that means do not start taking it, or any other drug like it again!
Answered 2/10/2020
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