Posted by Simcha on January 10, 2002, at 7:38:23
In reply to Re: Klonopin First Night/Day » Lorraine, posted by Dinah on January 9, 2002, at 21:38:43
Dinah,
I'm on the generic version and I find it very sedating when I take it initially. Of course last night was only my second night on the stuff.
I take 1mg before bedtime to releive bruxism (grinding teeth).
I was wondering if it will always knock me out about an hour after taking my dose, or will I get used to it.
Also I have noticed that things that used to be a big deal during the day just do not affect me like they used to. I have much more of a clear head about such incidents and I'm more willing to let them go. I've found that I cannot get aggitated really well even if I try.
Any more information about taking this drug would be appreciated. If I find it too sedating do you think I could cut my pill in half without consulting my pdoc? Do you think I should wait a couple of weeks to see if I adjust?
What was your experience starting this drug?
Thanks,
Simcha> Hi Lorraine,
> I usually take .5 to 1 mg at bedtime. Lately it's been wearing off around 3 am so I take .5 mg at bedtime and .5 mg at 3 am. I also take it as needed during the daytime, occasionally .25 mg or 1 mg, usually .5 mg, it depends on the situation. A prescription of forty-five 1mg tablets is supposed to last me at least a month but it usually lasts 1 1/2 to 2 months, depending on how I'm feeling. I notice absolutely no cognitive dulling and absolutely no sexual side effects. Sometimes I think it might unmask depressed feelings covered by anxiety, but that's the worst I can say about it. I'm really sensitive to medication side effects, but I've been completely happy with Klonopin. Moreover, when I don't need it I just quit taking it and have never had any withdrawal problems at all. It doesn't make me feel good or even relaxed, exactly; it just reduces the physical sensations associated with anxiety and agitation. Of course, YMMV.
> Dinah
> PS - I don't find the generic version as effective.
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