Klonopin, brand name for the drug clonazepam, is a drug most commonly prescribed for the treatment of epileptic seizures and panic attacks associate with acute anxiety disorder. Classified as a benzodiazepine, Klonopin increase your brain chemicals that make you feel calm and stable, more able to handle stressors or upsetting issues.
Klonopin addiction in Delray Beach is a common problem among those who are initially prescribed the drug to help with panic and anxiety disorders. These psychological disorders make it natural to overreact in stressful situations. While on Klonopin, you no longer act this way or feel overly stressed, therefore many often take too much. This often results in Klonopin abuse that has a physical, emotional and psychological toll on your life.
Klonopin addiction in Delray Beach, as well as the remainder of the United States, comes as a result of the continuous and regular use of the drug. When used in combination with other drugs (other benzodiazepines, opiates and/or alcohol), the results can be deadly.
Common side effects of Klonopin are:
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Loss of coordination
- Increased saliva production
A small number of those who have taken Klonopin have experienced the following:
- Depression
- Suicidal thoughts
- Mood problems
As with most drugs, increased use of Klonopin can result in overdose. An individual who has consumed too much of the drug may display one of the following symptoms:
- Nausea
- Difficulty staying awake
- Mental confusion
- Impaired motor function
- Respiratory depression
If you, or someone you know, are struggling with a Klonopin addiction in Delray Beach, it is imperative that help be sought. The Delray Center for Healing offers both inpatient and outpatient treatment and will work with you and around your schedule to find the best fit for you.
