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Help. Could this be Klonipin withdraw

bebenp
bebenp
I went through hell stopping cymbalta 3 years ago.

Stupid me ok'd a prescription of low dose Klonipin 2 years ago. I may have taken half to a whole of 0.5mg every 2 or three days.
This is for 2 years.

1 month ago I was prescribed levaquin for sinusitis. Sinus infection got better but suddenly is was in complete fatigue and anxiety through the roof to where I felt I needed the Klonipin a little more.

I went through so many tests on my thyroid (I'm hypothyroid). and adrenals that were basically ok. Then I read that the class of meds levaquin is in can completely displace the benzos on the receptors to put me in automatic withdraw

I THINK that is what is happening to me. I'm mad. I didn't know taking. It so infrequently can still make you dependent. I want off completely. I took my last quarter pill 2 days ago.

I have asked to switch to gabapentin to reduce the symptoms along with low dose propranolol. I am HAVING to take a benedryl if I want to eat. I have lost 20 lbs!! I'm in leave from work but due to go back in 2 weeks!

I am shaky, nauseated, irritable and scared.
neverbetter22
neverbetter22
I don't know. but I was put on it in my early 20's, after being raped. Then started having siezures, gradmal. I still take it, I'm 47. but I have went long periods For me ,3 days. I would forget to take it. When I needed one , I knew it.. Once I was driving and had to let my friend drive. I couldn't believe this. I know any benz can cause seizures, so b careful ... hoping this will not b the case for u. Someone else probalbly knows more than me. I hope everything is ok for u..
Community Leaderbobinmaine
bobinmaine
I think you really should call your doctor and let him know what is going on. If you don't get results, ask for a referal to a doctor that specializes in drugs for the brain like a psychiatrist. They can help you out alot more the a regular pcp can.

God Bless!
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