What Are The Repercussions Of Switching From Zanax To Klonipin?

Posted on Fri, 23 Sep 2016

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Question : My dr switched me from zanax to klonipin will my body still need zanax

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

No, your body no longer needs Xanax. Klonopin is a safer and longer lasting version of Xanax, so your doctor made a very good choice. This will be better for you.

Let me know if you've any further queries

Dr. Sheppe
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