Member- May 7, 2015
- 1,097
- Tinnitus Since
- 29.09/2014
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Acoustic trauma using headphones
Clonazepam (Klonopin, Rivotril)
- Thread starter erik
- Start date
- May 7, 2015
- 1,097
- Tinnitus Since
- 29.09/2014
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Acoustic trauma using headphones
Very faint on the fourth day, then back to normal, yes, while still on Carbamazepine.
Hi, my friend.
How long have you been using Carbamazepine? Do you have any thoughts on it as a possible fix for tinnitus?
Take care.
- May 7, 2015
- 1,097
- Tinnitus Since
- 29.09/2014
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Acoustic trauma using headphones
Hi, my friend.
I've written about this in different threads, though I've probably forgotten where by now. But here are the key points:
For me, anything with GABAergic properties has a profound short-term positive effect on both my tinnitus and noxacusis. Benzos, Baclofen (GABA B), and Carbamazepine all seem to have a similar effect. You have to dig a little to find that Carbamazepine is a GABAergic drug since it is primarily known for its sodium channel modulating properties. But I can tell you from experience that Carbamazepine's "brother" from a non GABAergic "mother," Oxcarbazepine, did absolutely nothing!
Even though Carbamazepine might not be as addictive as benzos or possibly Baclofen, it is a unique medication in that it strongly induces our most common liver enzyme CYP3A4. This means other medications you are taking may stop working, which was bad news for me since I take multiple drugs. Be sure to check for interactions before using it. Out of all the drugs I have tried, this one had the strongest impact not just on my tinnitus but even more so on my noxacusis.
Love,
grate_biff
I recently tried Clonazepam to treat my tinnitus, anxiety, and improve my sleep. I found that it does nothing for my severe spikes (7–8 out of 10), but for moderate ringing, it does reduce the volume noticeably.
However, it takes hours to take effect, and the relief is only temporary. Once the drug wears off, the tinnitus returns to whatever volume it was before.
It does help with anxiety—it basically knocks you out—so it initially helped with sleep. But you build up a tolerance quickly, meaning you'd need to keep increasing the dose to maintain any benefits.
Taking benzos all day just to chase a mild reduction in tinnitus probably isn't worth it, so I'm done. I track my tinnitus on a calendar, and I noticed more bad days during the month I was on them. It might have even made things worse while I was taking them.
However, it takes hours to take effect, and the relief is only temporary. Once the drug wears off, the tinnitus returns to whatever volume it was before.
It does help with anxiety—it basically knocks you out—so it initially helped with sleep. But you build up a tolerance quickly, meaning you'd need to keep increasing the dose to maintain any benefits.
Taking benzos all day just to chase a mild reduction in tinnitus probably isn't worth it, so I'm done. I track my tinnitus on a calendar, and I noticed more bad days during the month I was on them. It might have even made things worse while I was taking them.
This is really hard. I practice being stoic, loving my family, and loving the world, yet I have to contend with profound hearing loss and loud tinnitus 24 hours a day.Hi, my friend.
I've written about this in different threads, though I've probably forgotten where by now. But here are the key points:
For me, anything with GABAergic properties has a profound short-term positive effect on both my tinnitus and noxacusis. Benzos, Baclofen (GABA B), and Carbamazepine all seem to have a similar effect. You have to dig a little to find that Carbamazepine is a GABAergic drug since it is primarily known for its sodium channel modulating properties. But I can tell you from experience that Carbamazepine's "brother" from a non GABAergic "mother," Oxcarbazepine, did absolutely nothing!
Even though Carbamazepine might not be as addictive as benzos or possibly Baclofen, it is a unique medication in that it strongly induces our most common liver enzyme CYP3A4. This means other medications you are taking may stop working, which was bad news for me since I take multiple drugs. Be sure to check for interactions before using it. Out of all the drugs I have tried, this one had the strongest impact not just on my tinnitus but even more so on my noxacusis.
Love,
grate_biff
I aim to go three weeks without medication, but if I fall short at two, I go to the pharmacy and take up to 70 milligrams of Valium, not all at once but over several hours. I then sleep, and the next day I usually feel very relaxed, though occasionally unhinged and aggressive. I exercise every day, so I am lean and strong, but sometimes I just need a break. Maybe I should start meditating or find something else to break this cycle. Head massages help.
Thanks for letting me vent. Being handicapped is tough, and I know we are not alone.
The research thread is a ghost town. Maybe one day I will try a device like a hearing aid, but I am terrified of putting anything in my ear except foam.
That said, somehow I am happy, touch wood. I hope you can find some joy too.
Come to Laos if you have time, or I will see you in Norway.
Hugs, love, and peace to my friend.
- May 7, 2015
- 1,097
- Tinnitus Since
- 29.09/2014
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Acoustic trauma using headphones
Be careful. I am struggling with what feels like an endless battle to get off that stuff.
It is admirable that you are staying in good mental health and that you care for others
.I would love to visit Laos one day. I have not traveled since 2014!
Wishing you all the best!
It takes a lot of discipline for me not to become a raging addict. I will have a two-day binge and then force myself to stay away for as long as I can. If I make it three weeks, I am super happy. If I could go a month, it would be a miracle.Be careful. I am struggling with what feels like an endless battle to get off that stuff.
It is admirable that you are staying in good mental health and that you care for others
I would love to visit Laos one day. I have not traveled since 2014!
Wishing you all the best!
The first few days are rough, but then my energy levels come back, and I feel okay. Benzos are so dangerous, so I am extremely cautious. I can buy codeine cheap, but it does nothing for my tinnitus. If I take a huge dose of Valium, I might get an extra hour of sleep and feel mellow the next day, but it is a catch-22. Nothing works for my tinnitus.
I exercised for an hour and a half today. Now I am going to teach for a couple of hours, then either lie down or work on a painting. Tomorrow, I am finishing a sculpture. It is complicated, so no drugs.
If you do travel, come here. You will love it. Pay for premium economy and sit in front of the engines. If you need massages, steam baths, or anything else, I can arrange it for you. Stay at my place. I will take you to the mountains—awesome.
I wish there were some miracle for us. I think @Jazzer had the best approach with mindfulness, meditation, and self-love.
I will talk to you soon, brother. Stay strong—I support you 100 percent.
Bear hugs to my friend in Norway.
I've never tried Clonazepam before. I'll check if it's available in Laos and give it a try. Valium is easy to find here, which is why I went with that. Thanks for the tip, @Nick47!
Did you have to increase your benzodiazepine when starting Carbamazepine?Hi, my friend.
I've written about this in different threads, though I've probably forgotten where by now. But here are the key points:
For me, anything with GABAergic properties has a profound short-term positive effect on both my tinnitus and noxacusis. Benzos, Baclofen (GABA B), and Carbamazepine all seem to have a similar effect. You have to dig a little to find that Carbamazepine is a GABAergic drug since it is primarily known for its sodium channel modulating properties. But I can tell you from experience that Carbamazepine's "brother" from a non GABAergic "mother," Oxcarbazepine, did absolutely nothing!
Even though Carbamazepine might not be as addictive as benzos or possibly Baclofen, it is a unique medication in that it strongly induces our most common liver enzyme CYP3A4. This means other medications you are taking may stop working, which was bad news for me since I take multiple drugs. Be sure to check for interactions before using it. Out of all the drugs I have tried, this one had the strongest impact not just on my tinnitus but even more so on my noxacusis.
Love,
grate_biff
delta784
Member
- Sep 29, 2024
- 90
- Tinnitus Since
- 2020, 2024
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Gunshot, MethylPrednisolone
If I can go out without earplugs and experience no significant pain, does that mean I do not have noxacusis?Be careful. I am struggling with what feels like an endless battle to get off that stuff.
It is admirable that you are staying in good mental health and that you care for others
I would love to visit Laos one day. I have not traveled since 2014!
Wishing you all the best!
