Question:
Argyropoulos and Nutt (1999) maintained that exaggerated concern over
potential problems has unduly influenced some physicians in their
prescribing decisions. In addition, physicians may not know, or may be
unsure of, how to prescribe these medications correctly. Thus, many patients
continue to suffer despite the fact that effective drugs are available.
Answer:
Do recall at times taking lorazapam 2 times daily for weeks at a time,
helped alot, I'm not sure if they're as effective if taken extented periods
for the immediate effect I get from them when taken only as needed
also worried about GB taking me off them if he thinks I'm abusing them
The APA American Psychiatric Associaton has published a position book on
benzodiazopenes that states that long term use may be the only solution for
some patients.
Help! I Think I'm Dying! Panic Attacks & Phobias: A Consumer's Guide (New
Supplement for 1999)
by Abbot Lee, MD Granoff
Is an excellent resource for calm assessment of benzos by a neurologist who
is also a psychiatrist.
His xanax position paper may be found in the book
Another neurologist and psychiatrist has the same benzo position, Dr. Stuart
Shipko. I know first-hand he's the real thing.
Benzos cause dependence. But very serious un-remitting panic is a lifelong
disease so taking benzos for life may be the answer right now.
These two Drs. have two M.D.s Neurology and Psychiatry. I have spoken to Dr.
Granoff once at length and was a patient of Dr. Shipko for a long time.
They speak the truth.
Do your web research and what out for hysterical people at both ends.
Excellent research. After 22 years of treatment, I was told to take my Xanax
as directed and get on with my life. I've been fine for a decade now.
