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stroudt52
Joined: 19 Jun 2007
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 Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2007 7:12 pm Post subject: clonazepam or klonopin |
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Hello,
I just arrived in Dongducheon as a English teacher. I have been here three weeks. I came with a prescription for klonopin that I have been on for a couple of years for occasional sleep disorder and anxiety.
When my regular MD (not a psych doctor) found out I was coming to Korea, he gave me about 2 months supply and told me to increase the dose. He recommended that I definitely continue the medication since I have never taught overseas before and I am 54 years old.
He said a Korean doc could email, call or fax him for follow-up.
Should I just go to a regular MD (not psychiatrist) at a hospital in Korea when I run out, or get some refills in Thailand 'over-the counter'.
Just would appreciate some advice for a newbie. |
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mrsquirrel
Joined: 13 Dec 2006
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| Thailand isn't as lax as it used to be. OTC is still available in some tourist areas if you know where to look. |
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seoulsucker
Joined: 05 Mar 2006
Location: The Land of the Hesitant Cutoff
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Sleep/anxiety meds are hard to get in large quantities here, probably due to Korea having one of the highest suicide rates in the OECD, and docs using the medical system to get higher compensation. (repeat visits)
The International Clinic in Itaewon is overpriced, but will usually prescribe a month's worth of heavy meds after a quick examination. As a noob to Korea, this might be worth a shot.
It's cheaper than airfare to Thailand, that's for sure, and more convenient than running back and forth to a clinic 3-4 times a month. |
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