Posted by chemist on August 20, 2004, at 15:17:41
In reply to kp.-benzo least likely to cause cogn. impair.?, posted by alesta on August 20, 2004, at 14:59:27
hello amy, chemist here...your post should generate quite a number of responses...as a fan of benzos and derivatives of the class, i can relate my experiences and thoughts....there is a finite bit of anterograde amnesia associated with benzos/xanax/hypnotics/``z-drugs.'' klonopin would, in my estimation, be on the lighter side of the memory/cognition impairment, as you note, although as with most substances, as one increases the dose, one can expect certain side-effects to rear their heads. i think the information you have presented is in the right ballpark, although i am not aware of small doses of benzodiazepines being touted for enhancing cognition: i am interested in your source of this info. as far as personal preference, you will likely receive a wide range of answers. i like alprazolam the best, although past experiences with valium, ativan, klonopin, and the sleep-oriented restoril, halcion, and dalmane were all positive (there were others, but these are the ones that i used extensively at one time or another). klonopin is probably the best bang for the buck, in terms of low abuse potential and efficacy for general anxiety...do keep us informed of your progress, i am certain it will be a successful trial! all the best, chemist
> well, i thought i'd keep y'all up-to-date concerning my research on benzos. i found an anecdote where someone states that klonopin is the only benzo that hasn't affected her memory or cognition. any thoughts? why do people prefer other benzos to this one?
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> from what i gather, klonopin does not cause euphoria and is a wonderful drug.
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> i've also found info stating that very small doses of benzos may actually increase cognition and alertness during the day, and that low-dose klonopin is most often used. comments?
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> i would really appreciate your input. :)
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> amy:)
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