The Long-Term Effects of Klonopin
Like all prescription medication, the prolonged use of Klonopin will lead to dependence and tolerance. Klonopin works to suppress the symptoms of anxiety by communicating with a neurotransmitter in the brain; overtime, the brain will become used to the Klonopin communicating with the neurotransmitter that it will discontinue its natural communication and the body will rely solely on Klonopin to produce any calming or mood-boosting feeling. At this point, the body is dependent on Klonopin and will no longer function normally without it.
Additionally, the body will become used to the initial effects of the Klonopin that overtime it will need an increased amount and at a more frequent rate in order to feel any sort of effects. Using more will only lead to an increased chance of overdose and possibly death.
Other long-term effects of Klonopin use include:
- Drowsiness
- Poor concentration
- Muscle weakness
- Mental confusion
- Vertigo
- Aggression
- Antisocial behavior
- Insomnia
- Birth defects in unborn babies
As mentioned above, Klonopin is only meant to temporarily ease the symptoms of anxiety; it does not treat it or provide any benefits other than numbing the situation. In order to properly treat anxiety or Klonopin addiction, it is important to seek help at a Klonopin treatment center.