Vicodin

[Moon Leaf (obviously not my real name? S]

I am battling an addiction to Vicodin stemming from a root canal which I underwent nearly 2 years ago. I have smoked pot years. Daily, in fact. It has torn me up. My confidense, my spirit; everything. I am newly married for the first time and am considering a pregnancy in the near future, but want to ensure that all chemicals are out of my body (this will remain the case even after my child arrives), my concern is how long does it take to get these drugs completely out of my system, knowing that there was a time recently - prior to our wedding - when I was taking up to 3 to 4 extra strength Vicodins per day or 6 to 8 regular strength per day. It's a sad truth, and it's embarrassing. But, I know in my heart this is not what I'm about. Marijuana was the gateway drug when I was 12 and vicodin was something that I felt made me "happy." I felt confident and not as nervous to engage in idle conversation with friends/relatives when I was on Vicodin. Now, my thoughts are drastically different. I want to be healthy and I want a healthy family. So, I'm asking this question of anyone out there.

I appreciate the help.

[Chantelle]

Dear Moon Leaf,
          I was addicted too. I know how you feel. I felt the same. I started with Vicodin & it progressed. I would take anything that was Codiene based. This started 5 years ago. It does make you happy Hell it makes you feel Great! But since I stopped all my true feelings came back. I am so much more HAPPY. I had to go into a treatment center to detox it took 7 days. I don't know where  you are but the place I went to was called Intracare North [phone] I know they have other places. Please call. You re in my prayers

[Susan]

I have been sober for about a week and a half now, im 34 weeks pregnant.  I was not a heavy abuser, but I have taken Vicodin-Percocet-Tylenol 3 throughout the pregnancy for migraines and ovarian cysts.  It was  helpful to read your concerns, I took the medicine sometimes when I wasn't in any pain, I just took it (like you) to feel more comfortable around people.  I felt that daily life was easier to deal with on a pill, but the sad fact is that everything comes back time times worse when the pills where off.  I have gone cold turkey by myself with this addiction, due to my embarressment, not even my husband knows or my doctors.  I strongly discourage this.  I have a strong faith in god and he is the only one I can rely on right now and I know he will pull me through, but I wish so desperatly to talk to someone and just cry, cravings hit a lot but I do have to say it has gotten much better.  I don't know if ive helped you or you have helped me, but either way, good luck and you will be in my prayers.

Susan  <))))<

[jenna]

Susan,
You do not have to go through this trying time in your life alone.  Please email me if you would like to.  I am not an addict, but have lived w/ it all my life.  If you would just like to vent, please email me.  Maybe we can chat j_trevethan***@****

[A DICK tid]

i was addicted to Vicodin too, i had a hard time getting away from them.....now im on anti-depressants...and i feel great

[BOB EM ADD: [email protected]]

SOMETIMES A HELPFUL DRUG DOES GET A "BAD RAP" BECAUSE IT IS ADDICTING ; HOWEVER WE MUST REMEMBER, IF WE HAD NOT HAD THAT PAIN RELIEVER-WE WOULD HAVE BEEN IN A GREAT DEAL OF PAIN.
I KNOW, ALTHOUGH I FEEL I'M NOT ADDICTED TO VICODIN, I AM ADDICTED TO PAIN.  I'VE HAD BUERGERS DISEASE FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS AND THANK GOD "VICODIN" HELPED ME THROUGH THE PAINFUL TIMES BEFORE THE 12 SURGERIES I'VE ENDURED. I ONLY HAVE TWO THUMBS AND A FINGER LEFT, AND THE REMOVAL OF MY GRATE TOE.
OF COURSE THE "STATE OF MICHIGAN", KNOWS MY PAIN MORE THAN MY DOCTOR, SO THEY REGULATE HOW MANY I SHOULD TAKE AND FOR HOW LONG.MY "STUBS" HURT IN COLD OR DAMP WEATHER, OR FOR NO REASON THAT I KNOW .  I'M NOT A POT SMOKER, AND WITH 4 KIDS, AS A SINGLE PARENT, I CAN'T JUST GET DRUNK TO RELIEVE THE PAIN. BESIDES THEN I'D BE AN ALCHOLIC.  I DO SMOKE, AND HAVE TRIED MANY REMIDIES TO QUIT.
BOTTOM LINE, I COME TO THE WEB TO FIND SOMEONE TO PRESCRIBE VICODIN TO HELP ME.  I DO NOT TAKE 8 OR 10 750MG A DAY, BUT I DO TAKE 4 SOMEDAYS.  SO IF SOMEONE HAS ANY LEFT OVER OR KNOWS HOW I MAY FIND SAME  EM  ME.
GOOD LUCK TO THOSE PEOPLE WHO ARE ADDICTED, BUT REMEMBER THERE ARE SO OF US OUT THERE THAT ARE NOT HAPPY BEING ADDICTED TO "PAIN"
I'M A MALE 55 IN MICHIGAN
BOB

[Robert]

WELL, I REPLIED TO MOON LEAF'S MESSAGE OF AGES AGO.
OBIVIOUSLY, OTHER RESPONSES DON'T TAKE PRESIDENCE.
OKAY, I TRIED, BUT VICODIN DOES HELP WHEN YOU REALLY NEED IT.
THE KEY IS WHEN TO SLOWLY WORK YOUR WAY OFF IT
"ONE DY AT A TIME"
GOOD LUCK
BOB

[chris]

I have had a problem with vicodin addiction.  I am still coming
off it and it's not easy.  I have been off for almost 9 days
now. It been very hard.  but I know I can do it

[user]

I am really new to this computer thing so I may not be doing this right..bear with me.  I have been on hydocodon or codiene or anything similar for 3 yrs.  I have been to treatment in an out-pt. facility.  It didn't work 'cause I was given Ultram to help with the leg pain.  Well, Ultram may not be considered a narcotic but it sure as heck acts like one in every way.  It doesn't create a "high" like hydro. or codiene but it takes the pain away and you do withdraw.  Now I am addicted to it.  It's not a controlled substance so it is fairly easy to obtain.  No one seems to know much about it...anyone out there know..I am ready to stop feeling like you know what.  I want a normal life and I want to know what it is like to feel good without chemicals.  Please help.  This is the first time since rehab that I have asked for help.  Thanks

[yvonne]

Hi, I'm addicted to vicodin, and have been for the past three years.  I take ten a day, and I'm constantly running out and turning into an obsessed person to get more.  I've tried to stop for 1 or 2 days at the most but the withdrawl symptons are too much.  I really feel like supermom when I'm on it, the house is clean, dinner is ready, and I play with the kids.  Most of all I'm happy.  Why does this have to be a bad thing?  I really want to stop but I don't know how to survive anymore without it.  Is there anything else I can take that would be over the counter or perhaps herbal?  I don't want my children to grow up with an addict for a Mother.

[teri]

I AM AN ADDICTED MOM ALSO.  I AM READY TO GET OFF CODIENE FOR GOOD FOR ME FOR MY HUSBAND FOR MY CHILD.  WOULD YOU SACRIFICE YOUR CHILD FOR ANOTHER BOTTLE OF THIS ****.  THE ANSWER IS NO FOR YOU AND FOR ME.  SO, THINK ABOUT YOUR KIDS AND THEN GO THROUGH IS FOR THEM.  I WILL LET YOU KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY MEDS OUT THERE THAT CAN HELP YOU.  I AM RESEARCHING IT NOW.  LET ME KNOW IF WE CAN HELP EACH OTHER.  HANG IN THERE.  GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR KIDS, BY THE WAY, DOES YOUR HUSBAND OR PARENTS.FAMILY KNOW ABOUT YORU PROBLEM.  IF NOT...TELL THEM NOW.  YOU CAN'T DO IT ALONE.  ALSO, DO YOU HAVE FAITH IN GOD. READ YOUR BIBLE AND PRAY...HE IS LISTENING, JUST LIKE I AM TO YOU.

[anny]

Hey, I know where you are coming from, 10ys. My advice is that you have addictive behavior, and that these drugs after pain are only a syptom of your problem. Its not about Vicodin,its about you.Good luck and email me if you want to talk,Anny

[Eileen]

I am in serious pain from a gynecological problem...I have 2 cysts embedded in the uterine wall near my "kidney transplant."My question is it harmful to the kidney and what does it interact with.I am on immunosupressents.I do not have a"habit"  I am waiting for "real" pain to subside and wanr information on this medecine.

[Becky]

i just took a vicodin, i feel really happy, please help me =) please give me another one, my friend is being selfish, he won't share the rest of his vicodine with me.

[Mark]

I am also hopelessly addicted to the substance vicodin ES.  The pain I feel from being a junkie is outwayed by the pain it helps subside.  I can't prevent myself from obtaining this medication because of a medical condition that I use as an excuse for taking eight to ten vicodin ES on a daily basis, and have for nearly eight years.  Depression, self-loathing and desperation are but a few of the feelings that are derived from this tablit laden habit.  I would like some advice on how to break this albatross dangling from my soul before my liver or kidneys fail. Further, I would like to know how, specifically I am slowly killing myself with this narcotic.  Please help!!!!
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[frustrated live in nurse]

can someone tell me the sysmptoms of addiction and sysmptoms of if they are dangerously close to overdosing. The lady I care for I have suspected is addicted ( since I found 600 V s hidden in a coffee can. She is emerg rite now for heart palpations, elevated heart beat and numerous other sysmtoms. She SHAKES terribly , can even hardly feed herself anymore, plus she is taking the V ( on the sly) on top of numerous other medds that were given to her legally. Shakes, loss of appetite, no energy, sleeps continually, unstead gate, confusion , agitation, disoriented..these are her symtoms

[JSBRAATEN]

I TWO AM TAKING VICO.  I HURT MY BACK 10/99. I'AM HAVING BACK O.P MON.AND EXPECT TO BE ON DRUG ANOTHER 4-6 WEEKS AFTER THAT.  MY SON-IN-LAW AND DAUGHTER HAVE BEEN TAKEN 300 TO 400 PILL BETWEEN THEM FOR 21/2 YRS, SO I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT GETTING HOOKED.  THANKS FOR YOUR LETTERS, I WANT TO INCOURAGE YOU TO GET HELP IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. I AM TRYING TO TAKE ONLY AS NEED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

[a recovering vicodin addict]

Opiates (like vicodin) are tough to beat, but can be accomplished thru alot of hard work. I would urge you to attend an AA or NA (narcotics anonymous) in your area today to get you thru this. I was strung out on this stuff for 15 yrs, and have been clean for all of 2 weeks. Difficult? of course. I also think of the potential damamge this stuff has done to my liver-not the vicodin, but more the tylenol that you take with every pill going into your stomach. bad stuff. I wish you luck, you're in my prayers. P.S.  Get this book "Prescription Drug Abuse-The Hidden Epidemic" by Ron Colvin. It's become my bible

[Katrina Lydic]

I have been taking vicodin for nearly 2 years, I am a amputee, my right leg, and they discovered tumors in my stump(R leg) I have had 2 surgeries and they can't get them all, I thought this would be an easy way to deal w/ life and now I know I was wrong, I get a perscription  each month and always run out a week before, and am out, the pain is terrible worse then the tumors, I need to know a easy way to get thru the withdrawls, help.....

[bad habbit]

I have gotten in the habbit of depending on vicodin for my good moods, dealing with uncomfortable situations, and for enhancing my fun.  I take as many a day as i need(2-5).  i want to stop and i have tried. But i get the worst feeling of tiredness and feverish feeling that words can not even begin to describe.  I do not have the money nor the insurance to seek professional help and i really do not know what kind to begin to seek if some how i the insurance that i do have would some how cover it.  I am recently married and i will not leave my precious husband for any length of time. I am trying to decide what to do, mean time i will continue in my regular unhealthy routine.  As you offer suggestions please keep in mind i do not do any other kind of drugs such as pot or alchol. i have heard a little about methadone, but i have heard mixed responses. i know i need to make a decision but i can not stand the thought of the tiredness and feverish feelings not even mentioning the ill moods and crazy emotions that go along with it atleast the cold turkey ways i have previously tried in the past. I am open to all suggestions.

[msbawle]

I too find myself caught up in the addiction.  My life is good, great, but too many migraines and too many doctors willing to write the scripts and I am too willing to cash them in now. I make up stories and aches and pains and have even stolen them from my mother's cupboard.  What can I do to get out of this?  When I try to stop, it is unbelieveably painful.  My muscles and head throb.  I am more than reluctant to involve anyone else in this.  what can I do on my own?  Is there a way to get through this withdrawl at home?  Thanks to anyone who can help

[bad back in mich.]

HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM FOR LAST TWO YEARS SINCE A CAR ACCIDENT. YOU CAN DO IT. FOR ME IT DOES TAKE THE PAIN AWAY LIKE NOTHING ELSE . IF YOU REALLY WANT TO QUIT, DON'T HANG WITH PEOPLE WHO STILL TAKE IT. IT ONLY MAKES IT THAT MUCH HARDER.

[Dear Moon Leaf]

drugs can stay lodged in the fat cells of the body for years.
you need to do something called the "purification Rundown"
go to a library or book store and pick up the book"Clear mind,Clear body" this will explain how the drugs get stored in the bodies fat cells and ALSO the HANDLE for this. I did that program and feel "CLEAN"

[Scott]

Dear Moon Leaf,

I just ordered that book today

[mikaden]

good luck moon this medacine has me by the balls i cant see how im going to stop but at some point i know i have to ill be in your shoes soon your suposed to tapper off . try going down to 4 a day for the first week then 2 a day the second week the forth week only 1/2 tab each day to lessen the opiat recepters in your brain whitch will be screaming at you it easy to say but tapering down is the best way.