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Klonipin

by Gwen744, Nov 10, 2008 07:59AM

I was on Xanax for 14 years to treat panic attacks, I weaned myself off the xanax. I began to have panic attacks again the doctor put me on klonipin, in 18 months, I have gained 25 lbs. I an not overeating. What is the problem.
I want to get off klonipin and try becoming med. free. Help.

Gwen

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by ettebette, Nov 10, 2008 08:28AM

To: Gwen744

Hi, Gwen. I too, took Xanax (Xanax XR) for many years, and now I'm on Klonopin as well. What does your doctor say about the weight gain? Klonopin, as far as I know, isn't supposed to cause weight gain. I'm going to research this.

Ellen

by HockeyShark, Nov 11, 2008 03:14AM

Between Klonopin and Paxil, i gained 80 pounds. this was over ten years ago. Not sure which one did it, or if it was a combo.

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