Long-term Use of Benzodiazepines for Epilepsy: Risks and Benefits

I keep hearing that it's bad to be on benzodiazepines for long period of times but I've been on it for 5 1/2 months, what could it do to me being on a benzodiazepine for so long? I take it for epileptic seizures not depression or bipolar. And it's the first med to ever help my seizures.

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LCM

2y ago

I take onfi, a benzodiazepine, every day and have for about 4-5 years now. I love it because it helps my seizures so much! I just have to be very aware of refills so I don’t run out.

Sillybillie

2y ago

Well clonazapam helps me with my anxiety, moods, migraines and I’ve tried everything and I’m staying on this med. I’m not dependent on it. I take it as needed and it helps 100%.

Katylin

2y ago

Pharmacy Technician here!! The drug class that benzodiazepines are in can cause dependence. taking them daily can cause dependence in some people. you may notice your pharmacy being more strict with those medications and asking for a valid ID when it’s picked up per state laws.

banana1997

2y ago

I'm on benzodiazepines for my epilepsy and I have 2 rescue medications that are benzodiazepines.

Millie

2y ago

Following. I'm on Ativan as a seizure preventative when I have an aura.

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