Hey everyone. I’m in the final steps of quitting benzos, specifically Klonopin. Yesterday I lowered my dose from 0.375 mg to 0.25 mg.
26 M here. I started taking benzos for the first time around mid 2020 and eventually began using them regularly. Over time, I slowly started increasing the dose, and by 2022 I was taking anywhere between 3–6 mg daily.
The last time I completely stopped was in September 2023, and it was brutal. I tapered off both Klonopin and Zoloft at the same time over the course of about 8 months, which ultimately led to me relapsing.
Right now I’m seeing a psychologist, which definitely helps.
One of my biggest fears is feeling like my brain will never fully calm down without benzos, like I’m constantly stuck in overdrive mode.
I’ve also started noticing excessive sweating, even when I’m not consciously anxious. Something as simple as walking up a flight of stairs can leave me sweating heavily, with sweat dripping from my forehead and visible marks on my shirt.
Based on your experiences, how long did recovery take during the final stages, and what should I expect from here?