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Posted by EStratton on May 24, 2004, at 11:28:03
Greetings.
I have been suffering with life-threatening anxiety (GAD) for years now. Recently I tried Xanax for the 1st time and I feel that it, along with my other meds (Adderall for ADHD and Zyprexa for anxiety, depression & bipolar) has helped considerably. Last week my doctor switched me from Xanax to Klonopin at my request. Oddly enough, I`ve been on Klonopin extensively in the past 5 years and never thought it worked. And before you ask, I made the switch for all the usual reasons.
My question is;
What might I try to augment the effect of the Klonopin on my more difficult mornings? While on the Xanax I would occasionally take two when I woke up. Also, I`ll take an extra Adderall ONLY ON DAYS WHEN I REALLY NEED IT to combat terrible anticipatory anxiety.
What about taking a Xanax in addition to the Klonopin?
BTW, taking more Klonopin may be an option, but my therapeutic dose is already mildly sedating, a problem I didn`t have with the Xanax. However, therein lies the beauty of the Adderall- it keeps me awake and doesn`t disturb my sleep cycle. Typical of an amphetamine/stimulant which many take for narcolepsy.
Thats all!
Any feedback would be most appreciated.Sincerely,
Bob
Posted by karebear on May 24, 2004, at 13:02:44
In reply to Klonopin Augmentation in the Morning, posted by EStratton on May 24, 2004, at 11:28:03
hey...i take xanex for panic disorder and ritalin and adderall(im only prescribed to ritalin, though) for ADD on those days i really need to concentrate...my friend gave me a few klonipines and i asked him if i could take it with my daily xanex and he said 'NO!'...just to play it safe, im listening to him since he reads chemistry books 24/7.
thats all i can offer you though, sorry!
Posted by jlbl2l on May 24, 2004, at 17:05:27
In reply to Klonopin Augmentation in the Morning, posted by EStratton on May 24, 2004, at 11:28:03
neurontin helps augment klonopin and vice versa, in my experience. neurontin dose up 1200 max or you will be to sedated. take the kllonopin first. when it "kicks in" then take neurontin, start with low dosages like a 300mg pill, or 2.
empty stomach reccomend.
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