Posted by theconfusedone on May 29, 2010, at 15:24:06
In reply to Re: Zopiclone addiction!!, posted by ed_uk2010 on May 29, 2010, at 14:43:35
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> >My Doc seems to think that zopiclone are completely non-addictive.
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> Oh dear! Unfortunately, that is not the case. The risk of dependence seems to be relatively low if it's not used for more than 4 weeks. Long term use can lead to dependence.
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> The UK information sheet for zopiclone states...
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> 'Withdrawal syndrome has been reported upon discontinuation of zopiclone. Withdrawal symptoms vary and may include insomnia, anxiety, tremor, sweating, agitation, confusion, headache, palpitations, tachycardia, delirium, nightmares, hallucinations, panic attacks, muscle aches/cramps, gastrointestinal disturbances and irritability.'Well Ed, that seems to figure, I could possibly tick some of those boxes if not all and that's only between night time doses. I just cant imagine what it will be like stopping them all together.
I still have 2 more dalmapam 30 for the next two nights until I get to see doc as I am frightened to take zopiclone now at this stage.
I know the dalmapam have probably worse withdrawals if abused but I don't intend to but this doc I have will be the cause of me having to source meds elsewhere thus feeding into the addiction cycle. I just cant handle this anxiety for much longer..
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