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Quiting Klonopin–sometimes more is not better

By doctordan, on July 10th, 2007%

Those of you who follow along faithfully in my writing know that I am a reasonable fan of the anti-anxiety tranquilizers–the benzodiazepines. While some docs I know prescribe them only under duress, I find them a useful option when my patients are suffering from extreme anxiety. Those docs who are reluctant often have a history . . . → Read More: Quiting Klonopin–sometimes more is not better

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anxiety, benzodiazepines, medication, therapy

Depression during Interferon Treatment for Hepatitis C

By doctordan, on July 5th, 2007%

Most of you who regular readers of this blog do not have to worry about this issue. But psychiatric patients are at greater risk of having Hep C. While 2% of the general population has Hep C, 20 % of persons with severe mental illness have Hep C. Regardless, any patient who faces treatment for . . . → Read More: Depression during Interferon Treatment for Hepatitis C

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anger/irritability, antidepressants, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, medical illness, medication, medication side-effects
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