SafeTaper
The world’s first off-ramp from benzodiazepine dependence
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Everyone has their own reason to stop taking benzodiazepines.
But rapid discontinuation is dangerous and uncomfortable.
Side Effects and Harm
Benzodiazepines including Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan and Valium are classified as sedative-hypnotic drugs. They are powerful. They may increase the likelihood of falls, fractures, motor vehicle accidents, and even death. As we age, our metabolism changes and the risk of harm increases.
Loss of Benefit
Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, and muscle spasms. And they work well — until they don’t. Many people find themselves taking their benzodiazepine long after it stopped helping.
Physical Dependence or Addiction
Many people with a benzodiazepine prescription did not realize that the medications are habit-forming and very difficult to stop taking.
We offer a time-tested method to taper.
SafeTaper is built upon the Heather Ashton Manual - a leading source of insight into medically-supervised benzodiazepine withdrawal. We take that expertise and bring it into the 21st century.
SafeTaper will design a taper around your needs. We offer video visits from the comfort of your own home. You set the taper timeline.
We prescribe your benzodiazepine in gradually decreasing quantities. And we will stay in regular contact throughout the taper to support you.
We currently only serve patients in California and look forward to expanding nationwide.
What Our Patients Say
“I’ve had anxiety my entire life. I’ve tried so many medications, including taking Ativan for anxiety for over 15 years. It’s not working. It’s time to stop.”
— Carol, age 38
“I was hospitalized this year. The doctors told me that I had moderate cognitive impairment. They did so many tests and couldn’t find a cause. Three months later, I got off Klonopin and my brain has almost returned to normal.”
— James, age 65
“I’ve had a really hard life. I ended up taking opioids and benzodiazepines. My doctors told me that it’s too dangerous to keep taking both. I chose to taper off my Xanax. It’s been a challenging but empowering process.”