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Re: Trileptal for Benzo withdrawal » qbsbrown

Posted by yxibow on April 23, 2009, at 0:15:11

In reply to Trileptal for Benzo withdrawal, posted by qbsbrown on April 20, 2009, at 18:35:12

> I've attempted to come off benzos about 5 times and failed.
>
> I finally did some research, and found that some meds help, like Trileptal and tegretol.
>
> Took my first dose today of trileptal, and nothing short of a godsend, not going through severe withdrawal anymore.

Curious.... I haven't heard of this one way or the other but it is an AED so anything is possible I suppose.


> all the studies that i read for trileptal and tegretol don't mention dosages for benzo withdrawal.
>
> would 600mgs suffice for withdrawal, or should I look to something like 900-1200mgs?
>
> I've taken trileptal before, and could tolerate 1200 fine.

I'd say...um...rather impressive amount...

As for cost, yes, its a newer medication but if you don't have to deal with Tegretol its just as well. The litany of side effects are much more pronounced than Trileptal.

-- Jay


 

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