Posted by chemist on August 18, 2004, at 10:15:33
In reply to CHEMIST--quick question, posted by alesta on August 18, 2004, at 9:56:11
> hi, chemist,
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> if i could just bother you for one more quick question...do the benzos slow or reduce your cognitive processes in any way?
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> thanks again,
> amy:)
hello amy, pleased to meet you....my experience with benzos and xanax has been very favorable, but do keep in mind that i am biased that way. having gotten that disclaimer off my chest, i can report that aside from short-term memory problems (some of which i attribute to the meds and some to honest-to-goodness inattention), i have not had any unpleasant experiences on the meds, cognitive or otherwise. although my self-evaluation might be more grand than that of someone who can make the assessment in a more objective light (e.g., my doctor and/or therapist), all parties involved with the current regimen of luvox, dexedrine, and xanax are apparently satisfied....having tried many benzos in addition to xanax over the years, i prefer xanax but have had success with ativan, klonopin, and valium, the latter being (for me) somewhat physically sedating. i did not find tranxene to work as well as the ones i have mentioned, and did find restoril, halcion, and dalmane all appropriate for sleep, although when it has been an issue, i prefer ambien. anyhow, i do hope i have answered your question.....all the best, chemist
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