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How To Overcome Withdrawal Symptoms Of Ativan?
interaction of methadone and ativan. also ativan withdrawal symptoms i am a 43 year old male and am currently prescribed 150 mg of methadone daily also 4 mg of ativan and for high blood pressure tribenzor 40mg/10mg/25mg . ive been on the methadone for approx 5 years, the ativan 2 years but until 6 months ago was taking about 2mg a day and the tribenzor for a year or more. ive always taken a blood pressure md for about 10 years. im finding that if i happen to run out of the ativan for even a few days in between appointments or refills, im having extreme panic attacks and anxiety. also the methadone seems to be in effective when not combined with the ativan. ive now come to the point that im terrified of running ut of ativan becouse not only do i feel the sleeplessnes,anxiety but also the methadone seems in active. Is this all common and if i were to stop taking the ativan how lng will these symptoms last? or will i get worse and worse until i have a seizure or start passing out or shaking with panic? is there anything i can do to ease the symptoms when or if i run out of ativan again?
Tue, 31 Mar 2020
Hi,
You should opt for the detoxification process if your medical condition allows. Detoxification is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of a drug. It's often accompanied by withdrawal, which is the set of symptoms the body experiences when long-term use of a drug is abruptly discontinued. The unpleasant symptoms (anxiety, insomnia etc.) can arise throughout the period of withdrawal. It can also impart a high risk of relapse for people undergoing detoxification. Hence, Self-detox is not recommended.
Ativan's potential for extreme withdrawal symptoms, and the risk of relapse, detoxification should be closely monitored by medical professionals.
Detoxing under close medical supervision can ensure that you have quick access to medical care if you experience rebound anxiety during the withdrawal process. This can help you make it through detoxification without going back on the drug.
4-10 weeks is standard for a detoxification schedule, during which your doctor will likely choose to decrease your dose by a set amount each week. Some time flumazenil is used to counter symptoms of Ativan withdrawal. Taking methadone and Ativan is not recommended unless there is a medical indication and prescribed by your doctor. You need to consult your doctor for an alternative approach.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahendra Shivram Thakre, Internal Medicine Specialist
You should opt for the detoxification process if your medical condition allows. Detoxification is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of a drug. It's often accompanied by withdrawal, which is the set of symptoms the body experiences when long-term use of a drug is abruptly discontinued. The unpleasant symptoms (anxiety, insomnia etc.) can arise throughout the period of withdrawal. It can also impart a high risk of relapse for people undergoing detoxification. Hence, Self-detox is not recommended.
Ativan's potential for extreme withdrawal symptoms, and the risk of relapse, detoxification should be closely monitored by medical professionals.
Detoxing under close medical supervision can ensure that you have quick access to medical care if you experience rebound anxiety during the withdrawal process. This can help you make it through detoxification without going back on the drug.
4-10 weeks is standard for a detoxification schedule, during which your doctor will likely choose to decrease your dose by a set amount each week. Some time flumazenil is used to counter symptoms of Ativan withdrawal. Taking methadone and Ativan is not recommended unless there is a medical indication and prescribed by your doctor. You need to consult your doctor for an alternative approach.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahendra Shivram Thakre, Internal Medicine Specialist
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