Posted by Janelle on July 14, 2001, at 16:02:45
In reply to Re: regular Klonopin users: Does it impair memory, posted by Else on July 14, 2001, at 5:09:35
As a long-term Klonopin user (1 - 1.5 mg/day, depending on conditions), I didn't think about it impairing memory until you raised the question, and now I'm wondering because my long-term memory ain't what it used to be. However, I think that this is due to there being years now of incredible stress in my life, so much to deal with and think about that my brain can only "hold" so much. I've never heard anything about Klonopin impairing memory. Hmmmm ...
If it has impaired my l-t memory, I'd rather have that than live with the anxiety that Klonopin helps me with.
As far as Klonopin being addictive and having withdrawal if you go off it, it's "less" addictive than the short acting benzo's and is said to be the LEAST addictive, but IS nonetheless addictive and should be tapered off GRADUALLY.
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