71 hours and in trouble

[Windstorm75]

I'm at 71 hours after stopping oxycodone and I'm having a ton of anxiety. When will it end? Will it end?

[weaver71]

I like to swim and sit in the sauna at the local gym. I do think the more energy you put out, the faster your natural energy will return. It's different for everyone, but if you use the nutrients mentioned and exercise, you will speed it up. The Oxycodone has just left your system, now your body needs amino acids and time to start making your natural pain killers, relaxers, and energizers. Try not to focus on how you feel, just know that you are healing and push on. Music, movies, any distractions, and keep walking and moving to keep your blood circulating. Time is moving slow, it will speed up and you will handle situations with ease. Remember, this is a small amount of time, you will have the rest of your life to worry about all the other issues. Meditation helps me a lot. I sit with an empty mind, let go as if falling asleep. First things first, easy does it. That's a 12 step saying that really helps me, still. Just give your body time to heal. The anxiety will go away, you are healing. It took a lot for me to accept that. I had run out of options, and so many folks here kept telling me it was true. So on faith, I accepted that I was healing. I will never regret the worst of it, life is soooo much better. You can and are doing it. Congratulations.

[neveragainplease]

Protein shakes for energy... 20 bucks at walmart in the nutrition aisle. :)

[ariley13]

I feel like going for a short walk helps to give you a boost. You certainly don't want to overdo it though. Exercise also helps us to replace the dopamine that our brains stop making while on opiates. Can help with the depression and anxiety too. Are you taking any vitamins? A good B complex would help a little to give you an energy boost.

[Windstorm75]

What if anything helps the energy come back? I have none. Will doing something physical help with energy or make it worse?

[VICourageous]

Yep! You got some good advise from above..I came off of three meds and I c/t it..This time around it was a bit different..My anxiety was on the moon and no sleep..It does ease up and go away..Time is the Greatest Healer of it all..Just make sure you our Hydrating the Body and Replenishing vit/min & Electrolyte Deficiencies..This here shall pass! Great Job!!!!!
Bless

[Windstorm75]

Thanks for everything. My counting question was to make sure I used the right starting point. Now I'm 75 hours in. I really hope later today and tomorrow shows me the light. It has to!

[neveragainplease]

About your question if it's right to count since last time you took something...if it helps to count hours then yes. At some point you could convert it to days. 72 hours is three full days!! If counting hours/days etc. helps put the enemy further and further away in the rearview mirror of life then sure do it. xoxo hope this helps, i think i understood the question?

[neveragainplease]

Windstorm, You're in the worst part of it and I promise it will get better. We are all rooting for you. It's very hard and you're brave and better than that, you made a commitment and you're doing it! We've done what you're doing and lived.

During the worst of it I was freakin CRAZY. I remember on like Day 3, 4 or 5 I just cried. I mean, wailed like they do in some countries when grieving the dearly departed. It was sooo hard.

I also lost track of what day of WD I was on, what day of the week it was, etc. It was hard. But my life was waiting for me when I got back! It worked out!

It will work out for you. Hang in there!

[Windstorm75]

Just so I'm straight on my timeline, I've been counting since the last time I took anything. Is that right?

[Pjtwenty]

It will pass 100% sure of this. But it will take time  most likely by the end of today it will lesson dramatically. Drink lots of water!  
Most importantly great job!!!  I always thought the first 48hrs was the hardest mentally. Keep up the great work.

[Back2Me]

I personally guarantee it will get better. The first time I detoxed it was like on day 4 and I could actually FEEL it lift! Since then I have relapsed a ton of times and each time it gets longer and longer to lift. This last time I did not sleep for 5 minutes in six straight days. On the 7th day I started to feel a little relief. I am on day 25 now and I still have some lingering anxiety but it is NOTHING like the first 6-7 days.

It's perfectly normal and it will get better. Trust me we ALL go through that mess :)

[jennylynn1988]

Sorry I just saw this. I messaged you back. ^_^

[Windstorm75]

Jenny - how much immodium did u take?

[Windstorm75]

The past hour just took an eternity. I hope you guys are right and the anxiety goes away soon. I guess it's only there cause of the lack of drugs.

[jennylynn1988]

Couldn't agree more. ^_^

[OpenMind24hours]

4Jays is right about the relaxing. The anxiety while going through this can quickly build. That tightens every muscle and tendon and before you know it your a ball of stress. Been there done it! The hot bath is the ultimate stress weapon. Can't beat it!

having done opiate WDs 3 times I learned about Hyland's Calms Forte. It's not much, but it can help in relaxing you enough to begin to take further relaxing measures.

This will be over for you soon. You'll get better and better each day. And then one night you'll really get some sleep, and bingo, it's over. Thats not a guess, it's a promise!

[jennylynn1988]

I have had way too many experiences with opiate withdrawal. I myself am on day 5 of fentanyl withdrawal and I feel wonderful. The anxiety and restless leg (more like body) syndrome us what got me. But keep your mind occupied and try not to worry yourself to death. Stay away from caffeine too; it only makes it worse. You should feel better in the next day or two, seriously. Don't give up now. :] There are A LOT of people here willing to support your journey, myself included! And may I suggest taking some Imodium and magnesium for the w/d symptoms. It seemed to help, if not eliminate, every single symptom I've been having. Best of luck! Hang in there. <3

[FourJays]

Hello - you should start feeling better very soon; hopefully today.  For me it was like a slow fading of the 'acute' symptoms.  They didn't really just stop suddenly, it was more like a lessening of the intensity.  The anxiety is the worst I know.  If you can get outside, get some fresh air and even a little bit of exercise, you will feel better.  A short walk will do wonders.  Soaking in the tub helped a lot with my anxiety also.  I would light some candles and put on music and just sit in there.  I found that SO much of the early detox and w/d was a mental game.  If you can try to relax and think about the positive; you are almost through the worst of this physical stuff.  Think about the fact that very soon you are going to be feeling better and that you NEVER have to feel this way again!  Hang in there......and keep posting.  We are here for you :))

[mommymarieme]

Try to relax your mind, take deep breaths and try listening to some music or watch a movie keep your mind busy. I know it is hard. It will get better everyday :)

[Windstorm75]

Thanks. When does it get better?

[WODAgirl]

Yes, it will end. We all felt this way. We all felt like we might lose it. But, it does end....I promise. Just keep at it. I know it's frustrating, but, it really will end. I remember thinking no one could possibly know what it felt like....but they do.  I DO. Just know you're not alone, and it will end.