Hi, I'm MonsterEnergy

September 10, 2026··

Hi, I’m female, 34. I did a cold turkey withdrawal from alprazolam, not knowing I had a dependence. I was using it for 5 months to help with insomnia related to a large herniated disc in my back and sciatica. After two weeks this I reinstated with my doctor and am looking to begin a taper plan. I need help and support.

Xanax — .5mg — 5 months — reinstated | without clinician

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CatinaSep 10

Community AnchorEffexor

Hi @MonsterEnergy, welcome to Taper Community. Yes, unfortunately most psychoactive substances cause dependence and need to be carefully tapered. I'm sorry you went through a cold-turkey, and I hope you're stable now so you can begin tapering correctly. Here are some helpful links to get you started: https://taper.community/drugs/xanax https://taper.community/resources/blog/xanax-withdrawal-guide https://taper.community/thread/d41182b4-060b-4c2e-a1e8-da9e6777d7e5 https://www.benzoinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Ashton-Manual.pdf You can also learn about Hyperbolic tapering in the Resources section. We look forward to supporting you and having you here! Catina 💝

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