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Day 3 or wd from morph and oxy...
Reading posts has helped me tons I would like to state right away. I was taking a combo of morphine and oxycotin for about 3 years. I went to so many doctors and physical therapy for a bad back and two bad knees. The most I could get from any of them was neproxin and femeril. Neither of these did anything for me. I would be so uncomfortable at night that I would get little sleep. Until I found oxy and later morph. I didn't know the dangers straight away until the day I couldn't get them and ran out. I was sooo sick that I quickly got back on. I realized quickly that those were wds! I'm done with them today though. I couldn't leave home without them and I always had to make sure they were with me. I was only taking 50 mg morphine and 30 mg oxy a day. Not as much as some but it doesn't matter. I had to stop and I'm on day 3. Wds are not as bad as some probably due to the amount. My main problem is sleep. Im always wide awake but my mind is like get sleep. It's torture. No appetite and yawning constantly. When does sleep actually happen?
So I went to the dr and he got me back on fexril cause I've always had back issues and anxiety med. The excellent news is I slept 5-6 hours straight. Woke up with energy and going for a run... Maybe a marathon, I feel ******* great! Lol jkn but I do feel good. This is the first day I didn't regret getting off oxy and morph. I know I have to still get used to not feeling that perfect when I was on the pills, but if my days continue to get better from here that will be only a distant memory. Thank you to all for your advice and support. God bless
Sleep is still bad. I'm growing impatient. But I will keep hope. I get maybe a few hours a night still. I'm hoping this hasn't permanently affected my sleep pattern as I am a new hire at a fire department and have to be well rested to be effective.
Hi, day 6 is great! congrats! You should slowly start feeling a bit better each day. The sleep issues, RLS, and fatigue will get better with time. I know that is difficult to hear at this point. The best advice I can give, is to stay as active as you can. Try to get yourself outside in the fresh air. Drink tons of fluids. Take Epsom Salt baths, they will help with the RLS. Eat healthy meals, or drink some Ensure or Boost. You are doing this. Keep posting, and all the best.
Oh and day 6 clean other than alot of Advil cold and sinus. And I'm 10 pounds lighter which was a nice side effect from wds... Jkn I know I have to start eating more.
Another sucky night, but on a good note it seems I'm a little clearer each day. I have a little more energy. Pushed myself hard yesterday. I mean I cut my lawn and that felt like I ran a straight 10k. I can't believe how much it took out of me. Normally that's nothing so that was a bit demoralizing.
Hi Jas! Awesome job on day 5.
I know your suffering and I just wanted to tell you to read the posts of "Disneyprincess." She is in a very similar place as you, but now she feels a bit better. It might help you to see how it gets better from someone who was also in hell!
You asked for my timeline. So, I'm at over 2 months (67 days) and was using norco for several years. I quit over a year ago but did not change anything. I did no aftercare and kept relapsing. 67 days ago I said, screw this and walked into a meeting. That is the ONLY way I can be sober and not go insane. It's been hard but I feel...sane. And more hopeful. And I w/ tons of peeps every single day who understand me and I get to see how much better it gets.
So, keep doing what you're doing. It's supposed to feel this way! And it passes!
I know your suffering and I just wanted to tell you to read the posts of "Disneyprincess." She is in a very similar place as you, but now she feels a bit better. It might help you to see how it gets better from someone who was also in hell!
You asked for my timeline. So, I'm at over 2 months (67 days) and was using norco for several years. I quit over a year ago but did not change anything. I did no aftercare and kept relapsing. 67 days ago I said, screw this and walked into a meeting. That is the ONLY way I can be sober and not go insane. It's been hard but I feel...sane. And more hopeful. And I w/ tons of peeps every single day who understand me and I get to see how much better it gets.
So, keep doing what you're doing. It's supposed to feel this way! And it passes!
Little sleep, rls, no appetite, high anxiety are my current symptoms. I'll get bursts of energy and I think ok I can do chores and whatnot. It quickly goes away to a major fatigue and cloudiness. Then I go to lay down but can't sleep. A vicious circle!
The withdrawals and lack of sleep are temporary. This will pass. You will sleep again. Please, please be patient with the detox process. You used for 3 years. it will definitely take longer than 4 days for your body to reset itself.
You are doing a wonderful thing for your family by getting clean.
It does take time. Many times the OTC sleep aids don't work in the beginning. Try not to stress out about not sleeping, it makes it worse. Our body can survive without sleep for many, many days, literally weeks. Even though it doesn't feel like it you are doing awesome.
Congrats on day 5. Is your only symptom now now sleep?
Keep moving forward.
Keep the faith.
Sending prayers,
Debbie
You are doing a wonderful thing for your family by getting clean.
It does take time. Many times the OTC sleep aids don't work in the beginning. Try not to stress out about not sleeping, it makes it worse. Our body can survive without sleep for many, many days, literally weeks. Even though it doesn't feel like it you are doing awesome.
Congrats on day 5. Is your only symptom now now sleep?
Keep moving forward.
Keep the faith.
Sending prayers,
Debbie
Day 5 now. Terrible sleep last night again. Never looked at the clock to see how much I got cause doing that freaks me out. What I got from gnc didn't help. This is nuts. My life is in shambles and I'm dragging my family down.
I'm staying up as late as possible. Just took what I got from gnc. Feeling lethargic, at least my legs aren't moving right now. It's a sleep aid all natural. This is my fourth or fifth night. I'm a little fuzzy right now. Got in some excersize today and took vitamins. I just need sleep. The only symptoms im having at this point is rls, insomnia, and waves of pretty intense back and neck pain. Which is kinda why I started taking oxy to begin with. Well going to bed now. I'm hoping for 4 straight hours.
I detoxed off of oxys 2 years ago..if you have questions I'm here....tell me how your feeling today. What day are you on. Information please. No judging just want to help. I was on 60 mgs of oxy and couldn't beat it without help. I want you to beat it too. Life's so much better now. My first clean day was august 24. 2012 in a rehab. Been sober for two years.....I'm here to support you. Tell me how your feeling and what your using thru detox
That's a thought jifmoc... I have a really nice mattress too. But I look at it now and its like a nightmare.
Jas I did a mind trick when I was in wd. I wouldn't even go near the bed until 4 or 5am. Going in at 9pm and tossing and turning is the worst! It gives you more anxiety. Just my 2 cents.
Got a sleep aid from gnc that has a bunch of stuff in it. Will give it a try tonight. Didn't get much sleep again last night. Been going to bed around 9 every night thinking I'm going to fall right asleep. Not initially though. Then I get an 1 hr and I'm up for another 4 to 5 hours until I fall asleep again at 5 or 6 in the morning. Then I'm up at 8 to 9. I'm trying not to take a nap today. Went out and walked around a bit, but damn I'm so weak and exhausted. I float like a ghost.
Benadryl made me jumpy but some of the sleepy time teas helped. Also pull up some relaxtion meditations on you tube and put on ur earbuds and just listen. I'm on day 44. It takes a while for a full nites peaceful sleep but there's help. Keep posting and congratulations!
I've tried everything under the sun to get some sleep. Meletonin, Benadryl, etc. Nothing seems to touch on putting me out. The insane restlessness! Was thinking of going to the doctor and telling him I've been having insomnia due to restlessness. Maybe I can get something that will knock me out.
Hi..The detox will be over soon..Some bounce back quicker then others. It is working on staying clean that takes the cake..Due to the fact that you were only on them for around 3 yrs tells me you will bounce back soon..It does take time for the Brain to readjust back after the removal of these stims..Time & Patience is what it will take..Make sure you are eating very healthy and taking some good vit/min..Get some protein powder to and make a berrie shake every day. You will find out what vit/min will get you going and which one will relax you..Try taking some magnesium, potassium and calcium with Ds at night this will help..You can pick up a bottle of Melatonin..This is a hormone/chem that we naturally produce as well for sleep. If you keep the room dark and cool this should help..Make sure there are No flashing lights either. If you turn on the TV this will spark up the Happy Chems/Hormones and this will keep you up..Just try to stay low key and maybe read vs the TV..You have to calm your brain hormones down so you can sleep..Also going to bed at a certain time and getting up will help put your biological clock back. Just hang in and in no time your sleep will come back, also your energy too..This all takes time and like I said it varies from person to person..You do not want to know how long it took me to bounce back when I c/t 3 meds back in 2012..This would scare you..But I am also a long time user off on and a older lady. Not proud to say this, but it is true and it was very hard to come back at a older age vs a younger age..I wish you all the best and get that Support. This is a Disease and as any Disease we need help.
Bless
Bless
Thank you for the reassuring words. These drugs made me think this is what I'm supposed to be for my family. I forgot who I really was and to have these pills for eternity was absurd. It's time to find myself again and I just hope for a little more sleep tonight!
Congrats on day 3 and most importantly wanting to reclaim your life.
It is important to change the people, places and things associated with your use.
once stopping the drugs it is important to get aftercare and support to help prevent relapse. Counseling, support groups, healthy diet, old or new hobbies, accountability to someone close to you, church groups, exercise regiment, volunteering, keeping your mind and body busy.
These are just some suggestions.
Your brain and body have to heal. Time will be your best healer.
Your brain needs to repopulate its natural chemistry, endorphin,
Serotonin & dopamine. Please be patient with the process.
You will get better each day.
Drink protein shakes, take multi vitamins, eat lots of protein and veggies,
Drink emergen c, stay away from caffeine, processed foods, sweets.
Exercise and move as much as possible.
You can try OTC melatonin, valerian root, kava or sleepy time teas.
It is important to eat light, bland foods at this time, toast, soups, yogurts,
Drink Lots of fluids.
You will get through this.
One day at a time.
Debbie
It is important to change the people, places and things associated with your use.
once stopping the drugs it is important to get aftercare and support to help prevent relapse. Counseling, support groups, healthy diet, old or new hobbies, accountability to someone close to you, church groups, exercise regiment, volunteering, keeping your mind and body busy.
These are just some suggestions.
Your brain and body have to heal. Time will be your best healer.
Your brain needs to repopulate its natural chemistry, endorphin,
Serotonin & dopamine. Please be patient with the process.
You will get better each day.
Drink protein shakes, take multi vitamins, eat lots of protein and veggies,
Drink emergen c, stay away from caffeine, processed foods, sweets.
Exercise and move as much as possible.
You can try OTC melatonin, valerian root, kava or sleepy time teas.
It is important to eat light, bland foods at this time, toast, soups, yogurts,
Drink Lots of fluids.
You will get through this.
One day at a time.
Debbie
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