Benzodiazepine Withdrawal support

[MaltoseFalcon]

A gradual taper is definitely the way to go. The "aggressive detox" is not the way to go with this (or alcohol, for that matter). It is too dangerous - more dangerous than the substance itself, actually. It takes times, willpower, and a good plan (and sticking to that plan). Many years ago, I had a similar pattern of usage (frankly,I got to the point where I did not and could not keep track of my consumption, but it was something along the lines of what you described), and I was taking far beyond what could be a considered a therapeutic dose for anyone. I went the "aggressive detox" route (I had no choice in the matter) and suffered seizures, long periods of unconsciousness, and memory loss as a result. I am quite possibly lucky to still be alive from that ordeal. So I ask all of you, please don't follow in my footsteps. Use more discretion than I had at that point in my life.

Thanks for sharing your story, BoomerB. It's good information and I think everyone should know it.