I need support

Hi, i've never done this before and to be honest im scared, I have something to admit and I can not admit it to anyone else. I am addicted to heroine. Ive been clean only a small time and things are getting harder, But I WANT as far away from this drug as I can. I used this stupid thing to cover up all my pains, my childs abortion that i feel completely responsible for all my short comings as a person the disapoitment that my parents have for me, I feel worthless my best friend left and I am just out of high school. I lost a ton of friends and my girlfriend and even after a year im still not over it. I caused this. And I want it to stop. I want to be happy again. I can't remember being happy. I'm scared of what I will do. I have a U.A. coming up for a very important job and I will be clean but after the U.A. whats from stopping me from going back? I dont want to relapse I just want to be innocent again and free. I'm sorry if it looks like im trying to get sympothy, but maybe I am I have nobody but one person to talk to and he is still doing heroine. Please im scared some words of encouragement for a younge man who feels that he is litteraly worthless fighting this by himself....thank you..

[marcatj]

hey buddy...

listen, i personally did not do herion., just alot of vic's.

but i can tell you ALOT of people have gotten off of H, and stayed off!  i know you're scared.. everyone was when they got off herion, or any other drug of choice being abused..

but you CAN do this!!! i promise you - you can!  get support - very important!  keep posting - helps tremendously.  as well, counceling is something to consider (seriously!) so you can get to - and let go of - the pains that made you use in the first place.

i know you're scared.. we have all been there.  but eventually, this fear will pass, and be replaced with courage and strength.  

keep on doing what you're doing.  you CAN do this!!!!  and with support and work on your part, you literally can change your life.  you CAN.  not maybe.. but you can.

the fact you are here is fantastic and tells me you are absolutely going to do this.  it's the first step.  and a great one..

pull out everything you can from within yourself and start the fight. today.  which actually.. you've already started..

your life can, and will be, wonderful.  and you can do this.

and we are here to help...

with much love,
mary

[ToughTimes]

Thank you that honestly made me cry...I cant even finish what I was gonna say..thank you..



zack

[VicUser]

Many of us here have done stupid things in our lives. Things that maybe we are not too proud of, for many of us the drugs have made living with it easier. I would have to say most of us found this site because we wanted to change and live life drug free. At times it's not easy, taking our DOC would help lose the stresses of everyday life, but we choose not to. Not because we are better than those that haven’t quit, but we have friends here to lean on and we know that they will be here without judgment. For me I couldn’t bear to disappoint some of them and when I don’t think that I can go on I ask for help and they are there. I am over 100 days clean from taking vicodin on a daily basis for more than 7 years. Lean on us, we will be here for you, but first you have to deside that you want to quit for good!!!!!

[cathy5841]

welcome to the forum...you have taken your first step to recovery.  i posted this to someone asking for help with this the other day.

here is some info that should help you


Let's start with the good news! Even though withdrawal can be pretty uncomfortable, it's not dangerous to detox from heroin, no matter how much you've been using. And the worst of the physical detox is over in four to five days. Some people say it's like having a bad case of flu. But it is really important to remember that your tolerance to heroin will drop after detoxing - it is likely that if you start using again in the same amounts  you will overdose. Many people have died from this sort of overdose.

Not everyone will go through the same things - what you experience in heroin withdrawal depends on how much and how often you've been using. For example, if you've been using every day for months or longer it will probably be more uncomfortable than if you've been using once or twice a week. How you cope can also depend on your general state of health and how much support you have. If you feel you need 24 hour support while you detox you could contact us at ADAWS for more information.

What to expect in withdrawal
It can really help to know what to expect when you're withdrawing from heroin. The more you know about what's happening, and what to do, the easier it is to cope. This is a list of things reported by people who have been through heroin withdrawal.

12-24 hours since using

You might be starting to feel agitated, irritable or just `not right'.
You might be sneezing and have a runny nose and eyes.
You might suffer goosebumps, sweating and hot and cold flushes.
You probably won't feel much like eating.
You'll probably do lots of yawning!
After 24 hours you might experience some or all of these symptoms:

strong cravings to use, cramps in the stomach, and maybe some diarrhoea (the trots)
feeling a bit sick, no appetite, maybe some vomiting
backache, pains in the legs or arms, and maybe a headache
restlessness when you're trying to sleep
feeling run down, irritable and finding it hard to concentrate
hot and cold flushes and sweating.
Days 2 - 4

For most people, this is the worst time. You will probably still be suffering the symptoms listed above. But hang in there! It's like having a bad flu - it won't kill you, and it won't last forever.
Days 5 - 7

Most of the withdrawal symptoms begin to settle down, and you'll start to feel lots better.
After 2 weeks

Nearly all of the symptoms will have disappeared, except maybe the tiredness and irritability, and you may still have some cravings to use.
After 3-4 weeks

Your sleep gets better.
Your mood and general health improves.
The cravings start to get less and less.

How to make heroin withdrawal easier

Withdrawal symptoms are your body's way of getting back to normal. For most people, it's not a very pleasant thing to go through, and there's no magic way to take away the symptoms. But there are lots of things that can make it easier:

It won't hurt not to eat for a few days, but you could try something light (like toast).
It's important to drink lots. Six to eight glasses of water (or juice) a day will help flush the toxins out of your body and make you feel better. Sip slowly if you are feeling a bit sick. (But skip coffee and coke, especially at night because it will make it harder to sleep.)
Disturbed sleep is a normal part of withdrawal. It can be frustrating, but you will start to sleep better as time goes on. Try to get used to going to bed before midnight and avoid sleeping during the day. Skip coffee and coke at night.
Listen to music.
A bit of gentle physical activity (like walking) is good as it releases `feel good' hormones in your body.
Warm baths or showers are great for aches and pains and to help you relax. You could also try hot packs.
Massage can be really soothing.
Tell your diary how you're feeling - writing or drawing can help get you through rough patches.
Try to keep busy: draw, paint, write, sew, watch a video, play cards, read, walk, talk to animals, get into a jigsaw puzzle, make phone calls (but not to other people who use!).
Don't use large amounts of alcohol, sleeping tablets or tranquillisers to help you get through. The danger with this is that you might swap one habit for another and end up with a pill or grog problem. Medication prescribed by a doctor can help with some symptoms of withdrawal, but there's no magic potion that will take away all the symptoms.
Plan a reward for yourself for getting through detox.


Check out the section on cravings for some tips on how to cope.



If you are going to use heroin again once you have been through detox, remember that your tolerance will have dropped - using the same dose will very likely cause you to overdose.  

Also remember that slip-ups are not failures. If you do use again, try to work out why - the experience is something you can learn from.

Last updated: Thursday, 31 January 2008  

maybe this will give you some idea what to expect and to prepare for this.

we are all here to help you so keep posting and asking questions
if i can help you in anyway let me
cathy

p. s.  please stay away from your friend doing the heroin it will only bring you down

[anjel75]

No one has answered you yet, but keep adding things to get it to the top of the screen. I have never been addicted to heroine, I have never taken it at all. BUT, my addiction is no weaker than yours although just because I was addicted to Norcos. We use these drugs as to cover pain up. At the first, I was taking them because legitmate pain, but noticed that pain would present itself when I would be up under some type of stress. That is when it turned from my friend to my enemy. Psychological addictions are the worst.

I hate to say it, but it sounds like to me you need some professional counseling. I mean, this board WILL help and will kick your *** when you need it. But you are covering up pain from younger years and it is a great start to realize why you are doing it. It takes people many years to get to the point where they admit their using is due to things that happened years back.
Heroin is no more that the by-product of Morophine and acetic anhydride. Don't be all impressed... I took an Advanced Chemistry class in college and we were making aspirin from salicylic acid and acetic anhydride. I had to give a report about this in front of my class and I stuck that point in there so my teacher would know that I HAD researched.
So, it is more powerful than Morophine because it is broke down to its purest form. I think this is what they make Methadone clinics for and that would help, but you NEED some professional help, too!

[Firefaery1023]

Good job on admitting your addiction.  It takes awhile to feel normal again, and believe I feel your pain about staying clean.  Don't worry about getting sympathy that is what we are all here for.  I wish you the best of luck.

[MsTickles]

I think EVERYONE who has struggled with addiction and chemical dependency has felt as empty and as helpless as you are feeling right now. And I'm sure everyone who leaves messages on this site would say that they are "normal" people, who have had no one to turn to, that wouldn't usually blab their souls over the internet... Including me.

But it really has been helpful. Especially being at home for the past 3 days, my body detoxing slowly, I've had little other support then to come on here and listen to other people's words of encouragment. So I hope this is helpful for you!

Heroin from what I've been taught is the stronest opiate in its form... Withdrawal for you may be what keeps you from cutting your habbit. I know your imbarrased, but maybe you should consider opening the phone book and finding a detox center. They'll have methods including medicene and counsoling to help you. Some places will take you in with no money and work with you. You're young, you don't have a child to take care of, and it seems like if you wanted you could keep it private.

YOU CAN STOP THIS. In fact, you are the only person in the world that can stop your addiction. Millions have done it, and you'll do it too. Good luck hun.

[MizDemeanor]

Zack, dude, right NOW, pat yourself on the back! If you are just out of high school you are learning VERY early what NOT TO DO!!! Awesome....you cannot continue to roll with the big H, it will leave you with NOTHING. (OK maybe jail, homelessness, death?)Seriously, you have taken the first step by coming here. If you are serious about stopping NOW is a good time. If you go up to the top of this page and click on Health Pages you can find the Thomas recipe and other good "stopping" info. Also, read peoples journals. You can do that by clicking on their name in posts (where its blue) to take you to their profiles. Try reading mine, its an eye opener for sure. Also check out Gizzy32 and NewManagement, maybe guys will relate better in your mind.
If you want to stop only YOU can do it. We are here for you buddy. This forum helped me stop taking 100+ mg of opiates per day for 2 years. I am thankful Ive never tried Heroin since I liked pills so much I might be dead in a ditch or worse. You DO have a great chance to beat this addiction!!!! We are proof!!!! Just be so happy you found out NOW instead of years later. There is nothing you could have done in this short of a life that could be so bad...think of if you stay on this track with H for another 20 years? UGH.
Keep coming back and posting and reading.  We are here for you! I personally really admire the courage it took for a young man to come here and ask for help. I'm duly impressed!
Peace~

[marcatj]

ah buddy... i know.  i know how scared you are...

this feeling will pass.  and i really did mean what i said.  you really CAN do this.  and you really WILL be ok.

this feeling, and where you are now - does not (and will not) be forever.

you're gonna be ok buddy.  just do the work that it takes.  and it does take work.  but it's totally doable and if SOOO many other people could do it, why couldn't you?

you can.

please let me know how i can help.  and know there are (obviously - as you can tell already) so many people here who are willing to put out their hand and hold yours, and help you along the way.

you're going to be ok....

luv,
mary

[MizDemeanor]

Zack, are you still with us? If not, I hope you come back soon and see all the replies to your questions. Hang tough, my man, you CAN do this!
Peace~

[ToughTimes]

hey thank you everyone for saying such nice things. I am with friends now and that is something i didnt think I would have, or have the courage to talk about it. but thank you and anymore information on soboxin and methadone would be great the problem is i have a UA on wednesday and i need to have a perscription and have no insurance as of this time.....


zack

[opi]

hey man,,,,you've come to the right place.....i found this place and to tell you the truth i don't think i woulda made it to where i am....not verry far but i'm climbing back up from the bottom,,step by step and these ppl are there for ya it seems no matter what you've done,did,doing.....their only concern is whatcha guna do and how you guna get there.........keep postin......if you post it,,they will come.......oh...thx ppl....you have assisted(big time) in saving my asss....it still blows my broken head how supportive you peeps are........peace

[marcatj]

personally, i would suggest Suboxone as I have yet to hear anyone say they were glad to they took methadone.

but perhaps someone will see this who tried both.

if you use one or the other, please get the support to tho... to stay off.  getting off the dope is the easy part, believe it or not.

good luck my friend.. and keep on posting!

[corey411]

MY SON WAS ADDICTED FOR 4 YEARS TO HEROIN. HE WILL BE 3 YEARS CLEAN IN 2 WEEKS. IT'S NOT EASY AND YOU SHOULD GET ALL THE SUPPORT YOU CAN BUT YOU CAN DO IT TOO. GOOD LUCK

[122 Tactical Fighter Group]

Everyone here has given you some good advice - my china white use started during "Nam - sporadic at first, but it finally caught up. Pay attention to Cathy's post. many people here to help you out - and they have been where you are now.....you can do it.....not fun, not easy, you may pray to die - but it wont take all that long - reference Cathys post. I quit this and it started almost 40 years ago. Stay strong and stay with the forum to both read and post.

[ToughTimes]

Thank you so much... Its going to be hard to stay off but it was wierd yesterday after being on this forum I was praying for help and one of the sweetest people I know and her family took care of me, It was wonderful, we even talked about things I never really talked about and I discovered just how stuburn I am. and how hard it is for me to take help. And strangely in this drery deppressing northwestern town I can look out the rainy window and see something that had been lost for such a long time. Hope and happiness I see that its out there, I just need to grab it. ANd yes staying off it will be hard and im going to lose friends to stay away from it, but I have too I honestly have no choice theres nothing I can do but move on and learn from this. Its still hard as i sit here and type this knowing what would fix this but i dont want too. please keep the encouragement up it helps more than you can ever imagine.


zack

[Firefaery1023]

Stay strong you can do this.  I know you can.  I don't understand the part where you wrote that you know what you have to do, but don't want to do this?  You are doing this and it may be tough now but it will get easier.  You can do this!
Lots of Love,
Fire

[cathy5841]

you are seeing the light!!!that is a great feeling, even in the mist of the w/ds...it gives you something to look forward to.  you are right about having to change your friends, it is essential to long term recovery.  you have to take of you now.  guard your sobreity all cost.  you are well onyour way to freedom and control of your own life..keep traveling forward.
cathy

[beenthere125]

Hey...just wanted to offer my words of support. I have been addicted to codeine for over 5 years and I am slowly getting myself off it. But...my younger brother is addicted to speed and I've tried it...so I have an idea of what some of these harsher drugs can do. The way you feel right now; the fear, the worthlessness and all that...man, it's all the drugs doing it to you. It's like with speed...you're way up there...but the after effects can last for weeks after you've stopped using. Depression is a big symptom of withdrawal or even just 'coming down'. The only way you can break that cycle is by telling yourself that at this time you don't have control over how you feel...the heroine is doing that. Now...the biggest thing here...you've spoken to someone. You may not know anyone here...but sometimes just writing it out can help you get a clearer idea of what your going through and why. You seem like a bright young lad...and I guarantee you that if any of your friends or family knew what you were going through...they'd be devastated at the thought of losing you. Remember...these are very selfish drugs and it's pretty damn easy to convince yourself that you have no one who cares. It's what gives most of us the motivation to use again. It's a vicious cycle...but congrats on taking the first step in doing something about it.

I wish you the best of luck. Please keep your chin up and remind yourself...you can do this and you're not alone. One last note...you mentioned that the only person you've been able to talk to is a fellow heroine user...not a good thing. Misery loves company and you'll never quit if you continue to associate with those who are still using. It's tough...but no one said it would be easy.

Okay...one more last note (lol)...with these types of drugs...people use them to cover up personal problems or traumatic experiences. I noticed that no one mentioned that along with all the physical symptoms...be prepared to have all those problems you were pushing to the back come flooding back and hit you all at once. This is why the addiction is such a cycle...it seems so much easier to just get high again and make it all go away. You REALLY NEED to address any psychological problems and learn new ways of coping. If you don't...your success rate decreases in a very big way. Please...try talking to a professional who can help you get through all this. I hope that you get the insurance thing worked out...'cause meds would help.

Best of luck...and hang in there. We know what you're going through and we're here to help. :)

beenthere125

[enemy48]

Hi there.  Your post almost sounds like you want to use again.  It's okay, because we all get to that point.

One thing I'd like to say to you because you're soooo young.  Just imagine yourself 10 years from now still using.  Think of how you would look.  Think of the tombstone you might have.  

You're so lucky to stop this as such a young age.  There's so much life left in you!

I think this forum is better than any meetings or doctors.  Glad you're here

[LONESOME]

Welcome! you will make it dude YOU WILL listen I don't know about heroin but I guess an addiction is addiction my is(was) norcos and let me tell you this forum has help me so much I can tell you that they SAVED MY LIFE and is normal to feel the way you are feeling I was feeling (still a little) the same way like I was walking under a dark cloud, like I just have no breath left on me, but let me tell you I gets better everyday and you will feel like STOPPING  was the best thing you did ever. I'm on suboxone it's been only 18 days free of norcos for me and 16 days on suboxone and I can't tell you now that IT IS THE BEST THING I EVER DID TO STOP!!! find you self and stick around for the ride it will be bumpy but it is a heck of a ride my friend!!! much love

[ToughTimes]

thank you, thank you so much. Yes I thought about using again, but ive been trying to stay positive and talk to the people that I would disapoit if i went back. You guys dont even know me and you seem to care it means so much please keep the encouragement coming i will check as often as I can. and its st pattys day!!! I might just have a fun night free of this garbage and not be around the people who have it ;) thank you all.

zack

[marcatj]

ah sweety... you just say the word and we will be here!!!

and when the cravings hit - get on here and post FIRST.  it's stopped many of us in our tracks from doing it.  honestly..

keep on posting.  and WE'LL keep on posting!!!  we want this for you as much as you want this for you...

you can do this.  PLEASE do this.  it feels insurmountable sometimes, but it's really not.  but you have to stay concious, stay aware, and do ask for the help.  i too know how hard that part is.. but it's necessary.  everyone needs it sometimes...

we're only human, ya know..

we're here, buddy...  and imma rootin for ya!!!

xoxox
mj

[marcatj]

btw - you had a wonderful miracle happen to you yesterday.. when your friend and her family took care of you, when you were praying for help and support, needing people to be there and care...

no coincidence, my friend... take that in!!! what a beautiful gift...

you must deserve it.

:-)
mj

[worried878]

You are talking to some folks who have gotten pretty low...different stories but all are sad...I was scared and still am sometimes...get your plan together...lots to help on here..please keep posting

[bandnmom]

Welcome. That is one of the best things about this forum, everyone truly does care and are there for you! You will get help when needed, praise when needed and encouragment all the time. I love this place and everyone here. I would have never gotten as far as I have with out everyone here. Stick around and you will see. After a while you will even find yourself dishing out the advise and helping someone else. It comes full circle here! If you screw up we don't judge we help you pick yourself back up again. Honestly, this forum is a god sent!

[ToughTimes]

Thank you guys I know I keep saying it but I appreciate it. today is a good day idk why but it is. And im being honest with myself and thats a huge thing for me. Im gonna start playing the drums again that was my passion besides cars and I played for 8 years all throughout high school i was asked to play for bands and people came over just to watch me play. I think its time i get back into it, for me and for my friend when he comes back were gonna start our band back up. He started playing guitar at the same time and I lived with him, I mean we had some awesome times making music and expressing myself in a way that made me feel good. And im listening to my old style of music again and to be completely honest with everyone, I feel ALIVE AGAIN I dont know how to exactly describe it im worried about this drug test but i should be fine because i took a valume a couple days ago and that made me soooo mad, but im not doing my bad stuff. You know without the support you guys have given me I wouldnt have been able to reach out to someone because I never do. Since my parents got divorced i protected my family at the expense of my own happiness and childhood ive spent so much time trying to fix something that i didnt do. that its time to move on and I know today is a good day and things change from just one little 24 hour period. but im workin on it. theres so many things going on in my head right now and there not as bad as I thought im just excited being me again. Being alive being the person that people respected and came to for help. I can be strong again and do what I think I may have been put on this earth for to help other people. Nothing makes me feel better than helping someone. and its time to stop being selfish and care for others. wow i said alot and i dont know if everyone gets it all but i put it all out there!!!!!!!!


zackary johnson:)

[ToughTimes]

Thank you guys I know I keep saying it but I appreciate it. today is a good day idk why but it is. And im being honest with myself and thats a huge thing for me. Im gonna start playing the drums again that was my passion besides cars and I played for 8 years all throughout high school i was asked to play for bands and people came over just to watch me play. I think its time i get back into it, for me and for my friend when he comes back were gonna start our band back up. He started playing guitar at the same time and I lived with him, I mean we had some awesome times making music and expressing myself in a way that made me feel good. And im listening to my old style of music again and to be completely honest with everyone, I feel ALIVE AGAIN I dont know how to exactly describe it im worried about this drug test but i should be fine because i took a valume a couple days ago and that made me soooo mad, but im not doing my bad stuff. You know without the support you guys have given me I wouldnt have been able to reach out to someone because I never do. Since my parents got divorced i protected my family at the expense of my own happiness and childhood ive spent so much time trying to fix something that i didnt do. that its time to move on and I know today is a good day and things change from just one little 24 hour period. but im workin on it. theres so many things going on in my head right now and there not as bad as I thought im just excited being me again. Being alive being the person that people respected and came to for help. I can be strong again and do what I think I may have been put on this earth for to help other people. Nothing makes me feel better than helping someone. and its time to stop being selfish and care for others. wow i said alot and i dont know if everyone gets it all but i put it all out there!!!!!!!!


zackary johnson:)

[Firefaery1023]

Good for you!  I am proud of you!  Get back into playing the drums that sounds great!  That reminds me that I probably should dig out my guitar and try to play again.  Keep doing whatever you need to be happy, it sounds like you are on the right track.
Lots of Love,
Fire

[allaboutmary]

Just wanted to give you a BIG HUG !   Keep up the good work.  

[flmagi]

Very happy you joined our little family here, actually its a pretty big family, but we all take care of each other. And we'll take care of you too. Sounds to me like you're gonna be a success story. Your so young and have so much living to do, its great that you've decided to do it clean. You're obviously a smart guy, to have made this decision now.  Don't be afraid or embarrassed to ask questions or just rant and rave while your going thru this. We're here for you. Keep posting and stay strong.
Magi

[ToughTimes]

Today has been a good day and a bad day. the good news is i took my UA and i dont know the results but i know im clean. but today i hurt so bad and idk why my knees are killing me its drivin me fricken crazy and i just wanted to punch a wall. And maybe im not being completely honest the cravings are getting intense i have muscle relaxers that I was given to calm down, and they do help but they almost feel like its just tempting me to go all that much closer to doing heroine again because there non narcotic, they dont stop the cravings at all. but I cant give up and I wont ive come way way too far to go back to that dark hole I was in again. Does everyone get VERY VERY almost angrily aggressive cravings? I dont remember ever havin it like this before. lol sorry this post is not happy but im just kinda letting things loose. Hope everyone has a great night!!:)


zack

[ladyboop]

yes, we all get those cravings.. Some are stonger than others. It will get beter in time. When I was young I used H. So I know your pain. I was able to get it to gether.. And never touched it again. I had trouble with pain pills after medical treatment in 2000. So you can do this... If I can you can...

the best to you...

[toxictome]

Look up a NA mtg. in your area..they're free....
.
What do you have to lose?
Might help you keep your sobriety during these intense cravings..
Good luck....YOU CAN DO THIS......DON"T TURN BACK!!!!

[Tiffany55]

Just wanted to say good luck and welcome!! Everyone is so nice here and theyre always willing to encourage you. I know it's helped me a lot to come here and just vent. I get the worst cravings ever so I know what you mean, withdrawals can be very difficult but I feel like since I found this site it's gotten a little easier, its nice to know there are people out there that have gone through this and are willing to offer as much help as they can.

[ToughTimes]

Ok im really needin you guys right now...I got paid today and I dont have to be clean for my UA because its done and my friend is calling me and I havent answered. Wait, Im not gonna do it, because it would let you guys down, after the time you guys have spent on me and all the advice and obvious love despite the fact that you guys dont even know who I am. I can't let you down or me down. I think ill get a video game LOL those used to always distract me between girlfriends and partys lol. Oh and a very very strange thing happened last night. My first serious girlfriend which we broke up pretty messy called me last night and we talked for four hours, and with in the next two months im going to Vegas to SEE her. AND I WANNA BE CLEAN. I dont wanna be bouncin back in forth. I think now I know what im gonna do tough it out it may not be as fun, but its one hell of a challenege and I don't back down. I can do this....SO many good things are just startin to happen and its no counsidence, its because the drugs arent drawing me down. Im turnin this around and it deffinetly has so much to do with your support and i know that today judging by my post im going bipolar lol but bear with me k!!


zack

[bobby139]

Just wanted to welcome you to this family. Perks and oxy's were my drug and guess still is because I am still tappering, but it will be here soon. I am still scared but I tell you the scarriest really is what you have just done, to find this site and to admit you have a problem and want to get clean. Now your not alone here, we will be here right with you thur the good and the bad, we won't leave you. You are worth all this. Give it everything you have, beliave in yourself and just keep posting it really helps to talk to all the great people here.
Good Luck,.. you have alot of love here for you

[drjsteven]

Ok. Forget what you read above. seriously.

You do not have to experience any of the side-effects aforementioned. And the solution is quite simple:
The latest and most effective drug to eliminate heroin withdraw symptoms, both physical and psycological, is called suboxone. The better clinics prescribe this..and you can get a list of those in your area that will do so. Methadone is no where as effective when compared with the aforementioned drub "suboxone". No comparison...as I, and many of my fellow addicts in a drug treatment facility, had been prescribed methodone...and failed that particular recovery effort completely.

Suboxone is a anti-opiate and so it fools the brain into thinking that you're doped-up. And you will, for at least a week, but perhaps a month or more experience a "high" feeling after starting this drug. You will be amazed as to how good you feel...from the beginning to the end. Methadone is very "old school". It did not help me in any way. Works for some...but Suboxone has worked very well from everyone I know of...having had decided to get-off heroin.

Good Luck!
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[avisg]

Welcome,
There is ton of support . you can get threw this . we are here to help.you have a long life ahead of you ...... you can get better.
avis  

[worried878]

Glad ur hanging in there....everyone here will be in your corner...this post is getting really long tho ...see...all the people who responded!...may be a good idea to post a new one tomorrow and tell us how u r doing...so happy 4 u!

[D_tox]

Hey mate, good luck! Im currently on my 3rd week of Methadone WD's. It's still killin me but think about the good days when you werent on the heroin and better days are always ahead.

If you relapse time and time again, stay on bruprenorphine or subutex / subuxone.  I have tried all 3 and to be honest they all do a great job in stabilizing your life etc. But when it comes to the day you want to stop taking the brup meth etc. I wished I had of stayed on the brup / suboxone.

My personal experience is methadone is fairly hard to come off compared to the semi synthetic opiates, suboxone, bruprenorphine.

But mate, good luck in your endeavour!