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Well, if they've been taking it for 10 years they're probably physically dependant on the drug ...which means if they stop cold-turkey, they will have a nasty withdrawl which could include life-threatening seizures. Clonazepan must be tapered off gradually under a doctor's supervision in order to minimize withdrawl symptoms. Cold-turkey cessation should NEVER be attempted without medical supervision.
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it would be better to work with your doctor and reduce the dosage little by little. my friend takes five mg, and that amountworks for him.
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It would be dangerous to stop without at least slowly weaning off a little at a time. Clonazepam can seriously effect blood pressure and breathinh. The withdrawls can be pretty nasty as well. I'd get a doctors advice.
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As with any psychotropic meds, you should only discontinue use under the watchful eye of your Dr. and it should be a weaning, not a sudden stoppage. Sudden stopping can cause suicidal feelings, extreme panic attacks, violent behavior, etc.
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