Day 3 of Xanax weaning
Apr 16, 2008 05:22PM
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OK - so it's day 3...typically, day 3 and 4 can be very challenging psychologically. I've also had some physical symptoms in the past - tingling in the arms/hands, but nothing painful. The anxiety and discomfort that I've felt throughout this whole process hasn't returned yet, and perhaps it won't. Since my reductions are in small increments, I minimize any of the potential dangers/risks that can happen when you drop down too quickly.
I'm feeling a bit more energetic - I think part of it is the optimism that I have about knowing that the end is getting closer. I'm also feeling a bit more confident and mentally stronger, knowing that nothing unbearable has happened.
Already, I've started to think about what happens after I stabilize on the new lowered dose of taking it only 3/day. I'll see my Dr. tomorrow to discuss the next phase. If all goes well, I want to move forward in 14 days to the next level.
My brain still lags behind in my search for correct words when I'm typing here and on posts....that's so unlike me. My mind used to flow and writing came quite easily for me. Unsure if that's a function of xanax or perhaps mirtazapine. I am looking forward to systematically remove the drugs that I'm currently taking. The best part is that so far, I haven't had to find a substitute for xanax, as my goal was to take 1 less drug.
So far, so good...truly, it is one hour at a time right now. I can't wait to throw away my nickname of: xanweaner...
I want to be "xanfree"...
I'm feeling a bit more energetic - I think part of it is the optimism that I have about knowing that the end is getting closer. I'm also feeling a bit more confident and mentally stronger, knowing that nothing unbearable has happened.
Already, I've started to think about what happens after I stabilize on the new lowered dose of taking it only 3/day. I'll see my Dr. tomorrow to discuss the next phase. If all goes well, I want to move forward in 14 days to the next level.
My brain still lags behind in my search for correct words when I'm typing here and on posts....that's so unlike me. My mind used to flow and writing came quite easily for me. Unsure if that's a function of xanax or perhaps mirtazapine. I am looking forward to systematically remove the drugs that I'm currently taking. The best part is that so far, I haven't had to find a substitute for xanax, as my goal was to take 1 less drug.
So far, so good...truly, it is one hour at a time right now. I can't wait to throw away my nickname of: xanweaner...
I want to be "xanfree"...
Good for you, you are doing it I am so happy for you, way to go.... Are you using Valium to aid with the withdrawl or withdrawing directly form the Xanax(These drugs are horrible eh) You can do it girl, Keep up the good work.... I feel like I am slowly getting the Old Nate Back......
Take Care Your Friend Nate(+)
Take Care Your Friend Nate(+)
I am 34 years old, I was put on 3mg of xanax 3years ago. I had a breakdown after Hurricane willma destroyed my neghborhood. I thougt that I was in controll. Yhea right. It had controll over me. I recently tried to commite suicied, thinking that, Zanax was going to ruin what little bit of life I had left. In treatment center the doctor wheened me off to quik. I went 14 days with no Xanax. I finaly could not bear the horrible sideaffects. loss of feeling in my arms, tingiling, my limbs so heavy i could bearly move. I am being wheened off with kalonapin .05mg 3times for 7days 2times for 7 days 1time for 7 days. I am feeling better every day. There is hope and it does get better. My advice is to stay clear of alchol while wheening off. It can make the experience whorse. It also makes the prosess longer. Good luck to you. Ps they have anti anxiety meds that are non narcotic. Sleepy time tea also is a good way to relax 2 tea bags at a time it makes the withdawls much more pleasant. Former xanny poper John N
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