Does Klonopin prevent mania on its own?

Posted by tom_traubert on June 6, 2015, at 1:35:47

Hello,
I was diagnosed OCD many years ago and then suffered 2 acute manic episodes that may have been caused by high levels of Anafranil, as more reports have surfaced linking tricyclics to antidepressant-induced mania. I have not had a manic episode in over 16 years.
Although I managed (barely) to live medication-free for 5 years, panic attacks and fear of a manic episode brought me back to therapy, where I decided to start a regimen of Klonopin, 0.5mg 2x/day. Luckily, I had finally found a brilliant clinician who helped me work through many of my fears, and for 10 years now I've remained on the exact same dosage of Klonopin.
My pdoc is mostly convinced that I am not truly bipolar, but he mentioned that Klonopin may have anti-manic properties. Although I believe I'm in a position to challenge myself and see if I can habituate to life on lower levels, eventually tapering off, I'm concerned.
I apologize for the long post, but any and all information would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
tt

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Does Klonopin prevent mania on its own? tom_traubert 6/6/15
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