I'm quitting Vic's...need help

[StoliKid]

I have been taking 10 to 20 7.5 vic's for 7 months...I have made it to day 3, 4 times in the past before taking more pills...each time cold turkey... I know its going to suck and a couple times I even started feeling a little better...is there anyone who can point me to a board or community where I can just chat with other folks who have been through it and can help me get to day 4 and beyond?

[LisaM530]

I can relate to what you're saying about the vic suppliers. Thats the hardest. Im not even halfway through with day 1, but I'm scared I'm gonna get that call.

[worried878]

just want to send out my congrats..hope u stay and post..there r plenty who need our help..many just lerk..many are in the process of making the final step...some r tapering and some on sub..others in wds..but the need for posters is there..so keep posting

[StoliKid]

talking to other people who are going through or have been through what I went through was key for me...especially when one of my vic suppliers called after about my 6th or 7th day without any real sleep...your absolutely right about staying positive as well, for me the less I thought about the withdrawal the better it got...day 6 is awesome! keep kicking butt and freedom is yours!

[red_head_girl]

I stopped cold turkey too! I am on day 6. I just keep telling myself all of the good things there are about not taking them. For me it's mind over matter. I build up my confidence by tell myself over and over how strong I am and congratulate myself. I try to stay as positive as possible. If you REALLY put your mind to it you CAN do it. This is the HARDEST thing I have ever done in my life, but I know it's the right thing for me. There are a lot of people here to help talk you through it. Just stay strong

[StoliKid]

day 19 and 90% back to normal...energy is back and sleep is normal again...it was rough but when the fog finally cleared about three days ago I never felt so free...my heart really goes out to those still in agony, hang in there all it takes is time and the suffering stops.

[td188]

Congrats on day 8. I'm now on day 4. Cheers to us all! I took tylenol pm last night and I actually got 8 hours of sleep, waking up a couple times. didn't think that was too bad. Maybe you should try that or nyquil or something along those lines.