DrugBuyers.Com: Anyone gone from Ativan/Valium/Xanax to Klonopin?

I wouldn't say that clonazepam "doesn't give you a buzz", as I know some folks who are prescribed it that get downright goofy when they take their dosage. For me, it doesn't do that but I have witnessed MANY times the insane antics of people that took 1 too many thinking it'd be no big deal. I agree that xanax has more of a feeling to it, which IMO is why it's so darn popular, but IME all benzos are basically quite similar besides the length of half-life and quickness of onset. I have to agree that clonazepam is less likely to be abused than xanax, but still it's a very powerful med that seems quite innocent.. until you decide to quit. FWIW I talked to my pharmacist about this issue, and he agreed that they're all quite addictive and shouldn't be used long-term unless there's just nothing else that works, and even then to be ultra-careful not to run out and have to stop cold-turkey. IMO it makes sense that the pharmacist should know more about the drugs and their good & bad points, as they studied meds while doctors studied the human body & often get their advice from medical reps who ply them with free samples of the latest/greatest drug currently being pushed. I prefer the european model, where the doc writes out what's wrong with you and the pharmacist decides what is best to give you. Call me crazy, but to me that just makes more sense...

Good luck to all!

L

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