HIstussin withdrawal_Is this depression part of the deal 2 weeks later?

[mamabear6]

I'm grasping at straws today. I am a mother of 6 who has struggled off and on with depression and PTSD. I have also had a lifelong cough that was finally diagnosed as cough variant asthma. I've been using some inhalers that help, but the doctor also gave me som histussin that I REALLY liked. It calmed the cough and ME. There have been some stressful times in the past year that I have taken more of the cough syrup than I should have. Everything caught up with me right after the holidays. THe pharmasist and doctor cutme off from the cough syrup. This is the beginning of week 2. I seem to be done with the initial withdrwal symptoms, but I am feeling SO LOW and SO SLOW. I have been taking Lexapro since last spring. The doctors gave me some Xanax XR and some CLonidine tablets--but I am hating them. I just feel so depressed and like crying and crying. Even though I am tired, I rarely sleep without taking some AMbien.
I am so confused about how much of this is true depression and how much is due to withdrawal from the Histussin. HOw long does it take until I will feel joy again?

[mamabear6]

I forgot to mention, Histussin has some hydrocodone in it.  Also, this is the beginning ot the third week (not the second) for me. I REALLY expected to be feeling better by now.  Is that just totally niave.  I have a really supportive husband and great kids.  I just can't kick this overwhelming feeling of sadness!

[jen76]

Stop looking towards the medication as an answer to your problems.  You say you started taking the cough syrup for your cough and enjoyed it.  That is the problem right there.  Medication is not meant to surpress feelings that you are feeling or as a way to cope with the day to day life.  You say that you have six kids, well try doing some things with your kids for fun.  Take your kids to the park and run around with them or go to the movies.  Anything that will benifit all of you might help.  Good luck and leave the meds behind you.

[gipsee]

I used to love that Cough Medicine.... LOL... way before I got into taking Vicodin.

I would take a spoonful at the sink be asleep before I hit the couch.   FOR HOURS.   I guess it could become as addictive as a pill... hope your withdrawl wasn't too severe.

I truly never experienced w/drawal from it though.   But I never had to take it more than a week.

Give yourself sometime to get back to normal.  Especially if you were taking it for a long time.   \


Wish you well
Gip

[mamabear6]

Good idea!  I'll just play with my kids MORE and just SNAP out of it!  Why didn't I think of that before?
I was just looking for some advice and compassion from someone who had experienced anything similar.  
I must be looking for advice and compassion in the wrong place.
I'll just hope the docs and shrink will help me figure this out in time.  
For the record, I usually am a pretty dang good mom.  My kids are awsome and it's not from neglect.  I'm certain what I'm going through is way more than a pity party!

[gipsee]

coming off of opiates... I guess in any form you take it/took it is horrible.

I've been off them now for 30+days... somedays I still feel like it's an effort to get my butt up in the morning.

I know what you are going through honestly... I do.   After talking to others... I know my problem was a long time usage of hydrocodone... but.... I am pretending to be OK.    I've been reading and reading about these symptoms...sometimes last upswing of six months.   I don't have six months to get over this... I took two weeks.

That's why I was able to say to you... give it some time.  It can only get better right?

Gip

It's not all in your head...your symptoms are very normal..after the cutting out the meds you were taking;

[addictedtoloratab]

Wow, give yourself a pat on the back first of all, 6 kids.  I have 3 and dont know what I am doing half the time.  It is supposed to take a while to feel yourself again.  The zanax is just going to deplete your energy and thats what you need right now...It is a good idea to go to the park, but, sometimes easier said than done.  Sometimes getting out of the house is such a big effort,,After you get everybody dressed it feels if you have done a full days work.  I will keep reading your post.  I am coming off hydrocodone as well and its a battle.  If you can do it and take care of 6 kids then I can sure do it with three.  You are a inspiration, just take it every minute, every hour and every day, and just pray.. Good luck in your recovery mom, you have come a long way.....I dont know many normies that can do what you did.. Congrats..

[addictedtoloratab]

Also maybe they can increase your lexapro.  I had effexor added to mine and it works really well and actually adds some energy and its not bad for weight loss either... Good luck.  Hang in there mom

[orangefyre]

Please keep in mind, mamabear, that there are people here all going through the same thing. I don't want anyone to put a bad taste in your mouth. One bad thing about words on a screen, there is no emotion in them, unless you put it there.
First off, way to go. I have 4 kids, you are a hero amoung Moms, girlfriend.
Second, you just need more time, you have the support. Trust me, it will ALL return. I'm not really positive what all the differences are, years used, tolerances, personality and inner strength, and dosage, ALL play a role. Some people just take longer than others, I've learned. Withdrawal is a personal experience. And it'll make you a bit moody, too...LOL!
Give your body time to excrete all the toxins and then to heal itself.
Depression seems to be something of a bugger for some. This too i feel just needs time.
Lisa

[sunny8008]

O yeah that is defiantly part of the badness that comes along with quitting. You will get over it. But, the best thing you can do is stay busy, stay positive and most of all pray your heart out. Ask the Lord for strength, guidance, love, help, forgiveness and for his grace. He is so faithful and just. He will help you sweetheart. Heather