It’s a bit of an adjustment. Hospice doesn’t want me taking xanax. Has anyone had any experience with this kind of change?
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I have not. Did they say why they don’t want you taking xanax?
It’s different from other meds. I think it’s called a benzo.
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ah…i didn’t realize it was a benzo…
wait a minute, I just looked it up and so is ativan
I’ll mention it the next time my nurse comes
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ok. Well, I’m not trying to get you into an argument with your nurse. Just making conversation and was curious why they took you off.
I’m on Ativan. It’s a benzo just like Xanax. Though it’s not as strong as Xanax.
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@PinCushion My father took ativan when he was in hospice care. I dont recall the specific details since it was over 20 years ago.
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It would seem to be a lighter version of the same class.
Both benzodiazapines. Like don’t get me wrong. I had a gran mal when I stopped xanax abruptly a long time ago so it’s probably worth the move…They can be addictive and lead to dependence but it’s not a bad thing in the long run from a quick glance at things. I think long run less is more with benzo’s.
Keep up with your treatment team if you have one! ie talk to your doc about it!
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