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ann55375
ann55375

have been on valium  for three years at 5mg night and 2mg day. Obviously body now in tolerance and i would like to taper.

had different anti deps during this time, none have been tolerated except mirtazapine but never over 7.5,dr now getting me off them, down to 3.75.

got Ashton Manual but finding it hard to cut down to 1mg in day as a start.   Should i try to cut down 5mg slowly at night first, or has anyone any ideas.

i am anxious and agitated about everything and now suffering from post gallbladder syndrome where tests are not pleasant and im scared stiff but feel fatigued and unwell physically with all the nausea, runs and post gb pain.

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  • marleen85993
    marleen85993 ann55375

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    Hi Ann we have talked before l think you firstly need to get off the mirt which you seem to be lingering on.After that l would reduce the 5 mg dose by 0.5mgs and sit on that dose for a while and see how it goes.There is no right or wrong way however do not you your dose and keep moving forward.
    • ann55375
      ann55375 marleen85993

      Posted

      Thanks for the advice.  I think .5 is a sensible reduction at night to see how it goes.  How long do you think i might need to hold at that level?

      i will not yoyo the dose but i do have sometimes to take 2mg or 3mg in day, this depends upon how i feel.

    • marleen85993
      marleen85993 ann55375

      Posted

      Taper from your highest dose and sit for 2 or 3 weeks.If you get withdrawal don't put the diazepam dosage back up just allow them to pass be patient and take it steady

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