detoxing off tramadol

[stormie_one]

anyone else out there quitting "cold turkey" off tramadol? it is day 3 for me,(I say day 3 because it usually doesn't bother me too bad the very next day) I do not feel too bad, but this is the third or forth attemt to quit. My last dose was the night of the 17th. The next day usually isn't terribly bad because it is still in my system but the second day, I have cold sweats and so on. I have another prescription available to me in 6 day's, I would like to let it go, but some how, I know I will get it and take it until it runs out again. Anyone else? I am taking way too many, day and night.

[Mamaerinr]

I totally can relate. I was prescribed 3 50mgba day. I’d take more like 8 a day. Sometimes more...then run out and be **** as a dog until I could get my refill. I ended up having a seizure (also due to Xanex withdrawls) and was desperate to make a change donstarted Suboxone treatment 3 months ago. I am so glad I did. If at all possible think about trying it. Good luck. I’m so sorry you are having to go through the withdrawals. I couldn’t leave the bathroom; pouring sweat one second, freezing cold the next. Trying so hard to not let my husband or 3 sons know the turmoil I was going through.

[clean_in_ks]

Welcome to the forum~  No need to apologize...your English is GREAT!!

This is an older thread and not a lot of the forum members that posted here are still around.  If you can go to the top of this page and find the orange post a question button....then put your comment there...it will get more visibility and more people can comment and help you.

I am sorry you are in pain and to learn of your cancer.  It seems that maybe you need to talk to the dr. that prescribes the tramadol and tell them it isn't taking care of your pain.  They can give you something different that might control your pain.  If you are suicidal....please DO go to the ER and talk to someone.  You shouldn't have to suffer.
Please try and post this again by going to the orange post a question tab....it will actually start your very own thread where many people can see what you are going through and respond.
You life is WORTH living....even if you don't feel that way right now....I remember feeling that way too.....but my head was fogged with drugs when I was thinking that way.  
Hope to hear more from you...hang in there.....you are worth it~

[krisztianven]

I would like to apologize for my English. I live in London  three years ago. I use tramadol for over 5 years, I have cancer and it make me unbearable pain all over my body. I would like to stop this but I use this medicine 1200 mg \ day. I often run out but I am scared to go to the ER, ask for a new prescription. I am getting 200 pieces every month. I do not know what to do, I think I will commit suicide tonight. I am 34 years old, and I have nothing in my life only this stupid drug.Please help someone.

[clean_in_ks]

Wanted to welcome you to the forum (welcome you back Dave) and suggest that you both post a new comment/question which will get you both on the current activity forum page.  This thread started back in 2007 and not too many people are still around.

There are a lot of recovering tramdol warriors on this forum....lots of help specific to tramadol.  There's even an ongoing journal where just tram warriors talk back and forth to each other if interested.

Hope you'll both start a new thread of your own....this holiday weekend may be a bit slow....but somebody's usually awake and ready to help.

[Dave1963]

Lee, I know what you're going through.  I'm on day 7 w/o the trams.  I was taking 10 50 mg tabs a day and I quit CT.  I've been dependent on Vicodin, Norco and Trams on and off over the last 5 years with Trams being the hardest as far as the WD symptoms.  I'm not one who can taper so CT was the only option.  All I can say is that these pills change peoples personalities.  Although you may like the feeling while you're on them, you are not the person you were when you were clean.  As far as the WD symptoms, the cramps and sweats should start to subside after days 5 or 6.  I went through the sweats, severe cramps, severe chest pains and bathroom issues.  Make sure you try to eat each day, drink lots of water, have Imodium on hand and what really helped me was taking a probiotic for the stomach issues.  When on these pills, your digestive system really takes a hit and you need to get the good digestive enzymes back to where they used to be.  Also, hot baths are awesome for the muscle cramps.  The physical symptoms are only the beginning, you really need to be thinking of aftercare as well, like a good addiction support group.  If I can help, just message me anytime and I'll do my best to help you through with what you're going through.  I've been there, done that :).  Dave

[lee121182]

Hi all , I've been taking di-hydracodine and tramadols at times when I had no codeine left for many of years now and taken only 1 yesterday and now im in my first day without any , usually take about 10 Di-hydrocodiene a day how long will my physical symptoms last HELPP PLS ....!!! I'VE got cold sweats and cramps at minute ,can any1 give me any advice , email is ***@**** thanks people and STAY STRONG I'm trying lol

[lasparotas]

Tramadol you dirty little ****...I am soon to be 56 yrs and have not had any interaction with dope since the early 80's...yippy that was fun and the hungover empty feelings were just a shared nudge nudge wink wink when one ran into old friends from that era...getting older, need a new hip but have to wait the doc says...okay how do I put up with the constaint pain is high on my list...not to worrie there is this new med called Durela...it works and boy did it..the pain is mostly gone and I can sleep for the first time in months...november rolls around and its time to get back to mexico and once there you know you can get pain reliefe from brujas there...so I get as many tramadol as I need to get me to mexico...good to be back...good old safe meds in mexico do the trick and I am fine...untill the second day...grab yer ancles cause here comes the train...day 2 is laying in bed shaking so violently and for so long, so damn much shaking...this will go on forfucking ever...everyone is freaked but none more than me...sleep is forgotten memory and now my brain is smoking...people, freinds for years look at me but not everyone wants to get too close because of the brain zaps...now through days 3,4, and 5 no sleep and the dumb **** that goes along with that...in my mind I have built an advertiseing campain for a non exsistant company ands its clear that it cannot fail...hallusonations also a fun little zap for most of one night...morning of day 6...a bit of sleep,2 hrs now in 6 days, makes me want to go outside and not get the rope this time...there is hope.
For me it has been very much like going on a nice trail ride but once you payed the man and want to get of the horsy this dirty and nastiest of all rodeo is just to begin and you are glued to the bucken bronk...well go **** yourself horsy I am going to run you into the ground!!!

[lasparotas]

How you holding up? I am on day 4 and I can't say I like it...300mg for 9 months dosent even seem very long by a long shot. Good luck everyone.

[anndaley]

I am so glad I have found you all...
I am sooo badly addicted... and have no idea where to go... to talk to... i think, as you may all understand...if you have never suffered.. trudged thru an ailment like this... then one can hardly relate. my friend just says, " just ******* quit."
Its been seven and a half years... I tried to quit cold turkey... three weeks ago.. oh my goodness what a nightmare.
Fast heartbeat... anxiety... hot flashes, cold flashes, restless leg... mood is AWFUL. my poor fiance. he has no idea. and I snap at him.
I would take hot baths... those exacerbated the withdrawals.
I actually went into a detox a few years ago...it was a state program... and sadly enough... one of the male nurses gave me what he claims ambien... but having been prescribed that for a long time... I know damn well it wasnt... i became so dizzy, I felt like I drank a gallon of whiskey... passed riiight out... then at 3 am wide awake.
my detox was odd... I shared a bathroom with men... men on my floor, next room... as a 36 year old woman.. ( at that time I was 33, 34) i didnt find the situation comfortable... and because we abuse Tramadol.. ( I guess that isnt the drug o'choice) they had no idea to treat me.
It was awful.
and im scared to go back to that kind of environment
so, my addiction is killing me... mentally, physically... I am just so scared.
I take... i'd say 10 50 mgs a day... sometimes more... and some less.
its out of control.
reading some of your posts just now made me feel... relieved... and intimidated.
How can I do this?
I was just laid off... so, my depression is full boar.. I find myself just doing... walking circles.
How do you get your mind off of those withdrawals?
Please, if anyone can.. words of advice.. i am so scared... Id be forever grateful... i just need someone in my corner.. that i guess.. understands.
I wish all o f you... heartfelt luck... and success.
Best.. anne

[svea09]

dear joe357:
this was helpful. i felt i was reading a day in the life of "me".. it go for the energy boost after the accident and that was about 2 years ago.. it was easy to get via my GP & it is not a red flag opiate. i took 2 tabs of tramadol with my coffee on the train to work and by arrival i was ready to get down to business.

i only take 300mg a day & was shocked when someone suggested I go to the hospital to detox (10 days and you are locked into the hospital). It just felt medieval (this is germany by the way)

i will take your TAPER advice & realise that i need other forms of energy givers .. like regular sport, etc.

[Cajunpersuasion1]

If your still on here iam about to stop taking tramadol last time I did I went 5 days an still felt horrible just like a detox off any other opiate
I can't ween myself down
My question is how long did it take you to detox an has your wife done it

[PeteN83]

Hi all. I hope there are still people checking back to this thread as I could do with some advice. I'm on 400mg of slow release Tramadol a day and the only advice I've been given by my Dr is to gradually reduce the dose. I've been on tram for 3 years and finding it extremely difficult to cut back even a little bit as it makes me feel so awful.

[PeteN83]

Hi all. I hope there are still people checking back to this thread as I could do with some advice. I'm on 400mg of slow release Tramadol a day and the only advice I've been given by my Dr is to gradually reduce the dose. I've been on tram for 3 years and finding it extremely difficult to cut back even a little bit as it makes me feel so awful.

[adalgiso1000]

I am on day five of quitting Tramadol 'cold turkey.' As a former runner with bad knees, I began using Tramadol to prolong the running of marathons. That was four years ago. On average I use take 90 50mg in a week not to continue running (gave that up 3 years ago), but because I can't function without it. Last Friday morning I decided to quit and flushed remaining tablets 'down the drain.'

Friday was not too bad. Saturday and Sunday were terrible. I missed my granddaughter's birthday and father's day brunch (I told all that I have the flu) and barely managed to get out of bed (except to run to the bathroom every hour or so). Today is much better. No sweats/shaking, greatly reduced sense of anxiety or sudden urges to use the bathroom.

There is light at the end of the tunnel! I refuse to relapse and order more Tramadol via the internet. Good luck to all who take the brave step to quit. You can do it.

[FourJays]

Hi blondy740 and welcome!  
So glad you found this site; there are lots of people here that have experienced what you are going through and can help out with information and support as you go through this process.  I took Tramadol for a long time (over 15 years), and can totally relate to how you are feeling right now.  I would be happy to share some suggestions of things that helped me get through the detox and withdrawal.  How long have you been taking it and how much were you taking?  Are you getting it from your doctor?  The anxiety and restlessness are really common w/d symptoms, which fortunately do not last for more than a few days once you have quit completely.  Are you planning to quit cold turkey (you mentioned you only have 6 left).  The post above with the tips is from 2012 (this is an older thread).  It does have some good suggestions.  You may also want to check out the Thomas Recipe (click on the link on the bottom of this page - right side); it is a 'protocol' for opiate withdrawal and has lots of good information and  helpful remedies.  You can also start a new thread (and will likely get more responses to your individual questions) by clicking on "Post a question" in the brown box at the top of the page.  And/or I'd be happy to help you out w/some suggestions, send me a message any time.  Tramadol is a tough med to withdraw from; it does not let go easy.  But it can be done - and you sound like you are ready!  In any case, you have found the right place - you are not alone in this :)
Julie

[blondy740]

you really made some sense!!! Im so thankful you took the time to write tips down and suggestions for those of us still battling!! Thank you so much.

[blondy740]

Im totally hooked on tramodols.  Ive had maybe 6 a day for the last four days...I have about 6 left total...Im freaking out.  the 6 im taking isnt enough..im anxious...sleepless...in pain all over..mainly my legs.  Im scared to death...Im out...im tired of this...I dont want to do it anymore...any way to detox my system or any sleep aids helpful??  I took melotonin and valerien root last night..still I only slept a few hours.  I started seeing an acupuncture dr. to help with physical pain..and Ive been told fish oil is the way to go...4grams a day to assist with pain...and to tell you the truth its only been two days since I took fish oil and its noticeably better.  Still I cant tell you how bad the anxiety and sleeplessness is !!! I need a little help.  thanks!

[Want2Change]

If I relapsed on tramadol after 36 hours clean, did I just start the processs all over again?

[jamie6969]

hello im jamie i am on my 3rd day of cold arkey from tramadol **** so hard to run a house hold and to detox i was first on them about 4years ago cause i have had surgery on my lower back and i got them i feel so alone and i cant do this cold turkey so im just getin a script to go down slowly i really wanna be normal for the sake of my love ones im tryin to be strong

[Patty316]

I've been off/on Tramadol for 6yrs. I'm finally over it. I want to be the master of my body and there are many other ways to feel good. I took 8/day (was on 2/day for yrs but the hunger keeps growing little by little) and now I'm cold turkey day-3. From my experience there is no difference in withdraw from 1pill/day to 8pills/day. It ***** hardcore. I have a friend who was on 60/day and quit cold turkey too. He said he cried for 3 days, then was better (doctor told him he should be dead so if your that far you need to see a good doctor please). I hate to say it but I'm sorta a veteran with all this and I have a few tips for everyone.

1. Get a script for restless legs syndrome and take it for the first 2 or 3 days (don't get hooked on it). This will help. You will still toss and turn a lot but it's manageable, and you don't feel like your muscles are crawling and spasming as much.  

2. Go to a Health-food store and load up.
Lemon balm oil - (natural Xanax) was the best
Magnesium
Holy Basil - also helps lift your spirits
St.Johns Wart - help you relax
D 3
Omega 3
(These are not a super quick fix but will help trust me)
3. Also
Benadryl Gel caps to help you sleep but i think they also gave me a headache
Nyquil (don't take too much, but it can help you the first few nights)
Diarrhea Tablets - some people get this reaction some don't
Drink TONS of water to flush your system and I even use the Detox Tea

Next is the emotional problems. This to me is the worst. All I can say is IT WILL NOT LAST!!!! IT IS NOT FOREVER!!! and IT"S NOT YOU, ITS THE DRUGS LEAVING YOUR BODY. You will wake up soon and feel good again. I know this is easier said than done but don't let your mind wander down crappy roads. Stop it, slap some cold water on your face or take a hot shower and keep telling yourself you are in boot-camp and soon you will be on the other side and feel very good again (with healthy diet and exercise)

Once you feel physically up to it and as soon as possible get on a treadmill or something because this will REALLY help! You will release your own natural pain meds into your body after a hard sweat and leave there feeling really good. This surprised me the first time I tried it. I was feeling like death and thought what the hell I'll try it and WOW!

Lay out in the sun (or tanning booth) this will lift your mood too.

I can't say it enough that you have to keep a strong mind. Don't watch any emotional movies, don't think about past romance or deceased family or pets. Don't go through the old family album. KEEP GUARD over your mind for a week. It will pass. You will come out in the end feeling really good I promise.

The good thing with Tramadol is it never really lets you get too down in the dumps, the problem I've learned is that it also never really lets you get all that happy or excited in life. My goal now on day 3 of my last spout with this drug is to get in a gym and if nothing else get a walkers high and start feeling really good like I used to before the LIE of drugs was introduced into my life. Ever wonder why it always seems the happiest people are the ones who exercise and don't do drugs, yet we take them to be happy but aren't? I read somewhere that something like 80% of people on narcotics are only taking them to not feel withdraw with no more benefits. Its a huge decision but please don't be another sad story of a life in chains. We can do better! Jesus called me to a better life and I'm taking it. But man withdraw really hurts :)

One last thought. The pain you feel is normal and everyone goes through the same crap. It's not unique to you so don't feel alone!

[Richie22]

How many mgs per day would you say you were taking?  I do 800.  Started at 300, that didn't do  anything, so I upped it.  Not too bright but that's where I,m at

[TRYINGHARD520]

I AM AddICTED REALLY BAD AS WeLL, I  GO THROUH 60 TRAMADOLS IN 2-3 DAYS,  I WANT TO GET OFF THEM SOOO BAD. I JUST DON'T KNOW HOW AS I HAVE 2 BABYS AND I AM SCARED OF THE WITHDRAWL SYMPTOMS BECAUSE OF THEM

[littlehotrod]

I am on day 3 with very little to no tramadol. Yesterday and last night was hell. I woke up this morning in a complete sweat. I usually take 400mg or more a day. And I dropped to 50mg 3 days ago. Yesterday I took none and today I took 1 50mg with no help. I have arthritis in my knees and I am feeling the pain coming back. The tramadol is like wd40 for my knees it takes the pain away and I can get through my day like normal. I felt like I was getting addicted because I was taking 8 pills a day or more and I was like whoooa. So I stopped and now I realized what the fuss is about. IT *****.. Now I am starting to feel a little better as far as the withdrawls 3rd day, but the pain in my knees is back. I have been on Tramadol for about 2yrs because nothing over the counter worked anymore. Aleeve worked for awhile but I was taking too many. So I told my Doctor I wanted something that I would not get addicted to and that I could focus and not be "dopped up" while at work. That is how I got started on Tramadol.

Coming from a family of addicts I was blessed with not having the addict gene as I do not drink or do illegal drugs like most of my family either did and died or they are in AA meetings with years of sobriety. So with the docotrs adivse I started Tramadol. And it was great the pain was gone I could go through my day with no pain. I want to be pain free without being dependant on a drug and at this point I am at a crossroads, either deal with the pain and continue not taking the Tramadol since I am at the end of the withdrawls or start taking it again to get rid of the pain.....

[empress2754]

I have just detoxed off of Benzos and am taking 100mg of tramadol for chronic pain.  Sometimes none.  I need to get off this drug but am afraid.  any information would be very helpful