"this drug has destroyed my life! taking it as prescribed for years has left me totally dependant and without hope. i&#039;ve tried to taper off unsuccessfully many times. when on it at full strength i am despondent. there are blanks in my mind during which time people i love the most say i have behaved in ways that were contrary to my nature and core values. it seems as though i have permanent brain damage. my doctor says the safest way to attempt the protracted withdrawal process can only be attempted in a qualified facility which my medicare will not cover. this drug ruined my chance at ever having a normal life. i have no friends, my only child abandoned me. no spouse. i hope i will manage to get off it."