Every patient diagnosed with anxiety disorder is prescribed Rivotril (clonazepam). Although this drug eases the suffering of the patient, it also causes dependence and addiction. This only adds addiction to the anxiety problem instead of curing it. Here are some steps you can take to wean yourself from this drug.
Steps
- Ask your doctor if it is safe for you to withdraw from the drug.(IMPORTANT)
- Make yourself tired and occupied.
- Research about the withdrawal symptoms.
- Do not entertain the negative thoughts in your head. These are just part of the withdrawal process.
- Remember that drug companies need you to be addicted so that you will stick to the drug. Doctors as well, benefit from the drug companies.
- Take good doses of vitamin B-complex.
- Do cardio exercise.
- If you don't feel well and if you feel insane, just divert your thoughts.
- Most important, ask your doctor to guide you in the withdrawal process.
- Get busy.
- Take the drug only on bedtime and in small doses
- Do this habit until you forget to take the drug.
Tips
- Never take the drug unless you really need it!!!
- Seek for a second opinion from another doctor.
Warnings