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Natural alternative to Rivotril/clonazepam
Mon, 12/30/2019 - 09:52Topic: Medication Issues
I've been on Lamictin and rivotril for about 15 years.
I'd like to start the process of coming off the rivotril/clonazepam, but would prefer a natural alternative. I think it's main use is as a calming aid.
Does anyone have any suggestions. I'm going to my neurologist to discuss this.
Thank you
Hi, Thank you for posting.
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 2019-12-31 - 08:44
Hi, Thank you for posting. Treatment and how the body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. Prior to making any changes to your individual treatment plan, it’s important that you consult with your healthcare team to determine what treatment is best for you and if you experience any changes in seizure types/frequency, moods, behaviors or symptoms. To learn more about stopping medication please visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/seizure-and-epilepsy-medicines/stopping-medicationFor additional information about complementary health approaches to epilepsy, visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/complementary-health-approaches https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/other-treatment-approaches/herbal-therapy You may want to consider keeping a journal or a diary. My Seizure Diary: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diaryis a great tool for tracking seizures, setting reminders, recording medical history, managing medication & other therapies, recognizing triggers, side effects, behaviors, moods and other health events that may affect wellness, which can be shared with your healthcare team. Additionally, you may always contact our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline: epilepsy.com/helplinewhere trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources. 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org.