I tried several times cutting back slowly. Some were more successfull then others, however, none of the times worked for me. Eventually it would end up on a binger. I got 47 days now and I feel good. I just wish I would of quit when I was younger and healthier becuase now I have other ailments that afflict me and haven't allowed me to enjoy my sobriety as much as I want to. Anyways, cutting back did not work for me but everybody is different.
As far as medicine is concerned, I been taking clonazepan for the anxieties and has helped me a great deal. It was prescribed by a doctor by the way. I suggest before taking any medication talk to your doctor and be very honest with him!! Good luck Owlover!!