Hi there!
I'm an American planning a to move to Tokyo, and am faced with a logistical problem.
I’m current taking 1mg of Clonezepam a day for for anxiety. Clonazepam – like Xanxan/Alprasolam – is a "benzo" that's a controlled substance in America, and is allowed in Japan (where it's classified as a "Psychotropic").
I’ve been on Clonazepam for over 10 years and am able to provide documentation of this (in the form of filled prescriptions).
My questions:
- Which types of doctors in Japan can prescribe Psychotropic drugs? Is it only psychiatrists, or can general practitioners do so as well?
- How likely is it hat I'll be able to find an English-speaking doctor willing to prescribe it to me? I'm not sure how commonly prescribed this medication – or other benzodiazepines – is in Japan…
by MetalCharming490