what to expect?

Okay,

I am going to TRY to jump off.  This morning around 10:30 am I han 7.5mg of my Hydrocodone.  Its is now past time for my second dose.  As most of you know I have been tapering for a couple of weeks now and I have been at approx 22mg yesterday I had 18.75mg.

Please anyone out there tell me what should I expect and how long and bad will detox last..

xoxo

[ricart70]

HI gg what a brave decision!  You can do it.If you are already feeling lousy with the taper why not huh?   It should not be too bad.Just get some movies and stuff to occupy your mind and pass the time with for these next few days.I cold tukeyed off of 150-200 mgs of oxy/roxy and I know it will be alot easier for you than it was for me but it will still not be fun.You are in the business of getting days and hours behind you at this point.Stay strong and keep plenty of fluids like gatorade and juice flowing into your body.Let us know how you are doing.You will get better every day after the first few days but just try not to think about everything too much.Just focus on the fact that every hour you invest in this is one hour closer to returning to your old self.best wishes for you!

[gg636]

Ahhh Thanks,

Thats a good way to look at it each hour is closer to recovery.  I have been on this couch for over 2 weeks now and it *****.. I want my energy back.. I think I have watched every movie on Netflix,,,, erggggg

[all_alone1]

Oh gg you crack me up.....I love netflix......I put it on when I am cleaning......have you seen the prizon break series it is awsome...

[gg636]

No maybe I will watch... tehehehehe!! Girl can you believe only one today?

[all_alone1]

I know ur doing good.

[IwillDoThis]

I jumped off yesterday, off everything and I really feel horrible.  I can't eat, raging poo, no sleep in two nights.  My ears are ringing and then when that switches off I hear a low vibration rumble in my ears.  Been taking lots of hot showers, having a difficult time even getting water down.  I wish I had started taking immodium right away and not letting myself dehydrate for two days - stupid.  I wish you luck, just do it - I will never take pain pills again after going through this.  I took them for chronic pain but now they don't work and are not relieving my pain so I just want to get off them.  I knew I was physically dependent but this *****.  I never used them to get high and never exceeded my dosage or ran out, I just want to manage my chronic pain with yoga and more naturally.  Please stay strong and just do this......I'm hoping things will start getting better in the next day or so......cuz this part *****.

[gg636]

Im wondering when full blown DT wlll start

[gg636]

What were you taking and how much?  Did you taper at all ?  You are scaring me!  

I hope you feel better soon!

[ricart70]

DO not be afraid!!  you are down to a low amount and this will not happen to you with the severity above,in all likelihood.Stay hydrated and use immodium as needed.THis will help greatly.Don't be afraid.

[gg636]

Well how much was she taking again that Scares me... I am here alone!

[IwillDoThis]

Thanks. I was not taking a lot, I took 3 hydrocodone per day, maybe 3 somas for 3 years straight but sporadically as needed for some time before that.  As I said, I have life long sleep issues so at night I take 1 ambien with (2) .5 xanax to sleep.  I justified that since I have chronic pain, did not get high that it was ok.  I knew I would have withdrawals but I didn't expect them to be this bad since I really wasn't abusing.  Don't worry, I'll be okay I just feel so crappy right now and I'm mad at myself for not getting off them sooner.   There is never a good time and thank god I work from home so I can muddle through this.  I never want to let anything rule my life so I made the decision to get off them and just deal with my pain in other ways.  I wish you all luck wherever you are in this hellish process.  Just praying for sleep tonight.

[IwillDoThis]

just prep yourself, get some soup to have on hand, some gatorade, maybe some KFC mash taters so you have easy food.  I wasn't staying hydrated and I didn't proactively use Immodium which was a huge mistake.  I also just got a B6 down and finally got some food in my body and so far it is staying.  Set yourself up for success, maybe even get a cooler of gatorade and keep it next to your bed.  hope that clarifies and prepares you.

[gg636]

Thanks~

Keep be informed and evething will be okay,,, So far so good but I took one this morning... Im just worning when withdrawls will kick in.

Slay this demon! xoxo

[ricart70]

So you quit all of this stuff at the same time?soma,xanax,hydro)  no wonder it has been so rough.You are not supposed to quit xanax cold turkey even at a small dose.You were taking them for 3 years?

[gg636]

My addiction is with the stupid Lortab!

[lulu747]

Hey GG

Good for you for deciding to jump!  I wanted to add my two cents...

The fear of the unknown is often worst than the unknown itself...The mind is a very powerful tool.  I tapered for a long time prior to c/t off a very high dose of various opiates...The mental anguish and physical symptoms were way harder for me to manage while tapering.  I felt so much better about EVERYTHING once I jumped off....
Now I'm not saying it isn't really rough...It is..But if your head and heart are in the right place "I am reclaiming my life...SAVING my life..Getting this poison OUT of my body..."  It makes it a heck of a lot easier.
Stay hydrated...take good gentle care of yourself...and don't psych yourself out....(:

You can do this...Leap and the net will appear...
Lu

[gg636]

Thanks Lu,

Guess what?  My refridgator went out today.  I was hoping it was just the light but No it;s getting warm in there... I dont feel like going anywhere!   errrrrg

[all_alone1]

your just having a good old time....

[gg636]

Not... I not going anywhere.. WTH....And ofcourse I am here alone!

[ImDONENoMore]

I agree with lulu - you can easily work yourself into a frenzy by reading the horror stories of withdrawal.  Everyone's experience is very different, so I promise you, there is nothing to be afraid of.  You just need a strong support system, a good plan in place and make the decision to find a good aftercare program.

They physical stuff should only last a week or so - at least the heavy duty symptoms.  You'll probably have lingering symptoms (lack of sleep, GI issues, that kind of stuff) but as long you remain committed to your decision, and get the additional help you'll need, you'll be just fine.

I'm proud of you for making the jump. It says a lot about your committment and resolve.  GOOD for you.  And I promise you, you're going to be OKAY.  In fact, better than you've been in years.  Time is your new best friend.  :)

[gg636]

Guess What the Damn Fridge went out today!! I stocked up on all my good foods and protien shakes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! erggggggggggggggggg!

[ImDONENoMore]

Oh no figures right?  Okay well what's the temperature where you are?  Cause if it's cold enough I say stock the cooler and get that stuff outside pronto!  :)

[ricart70]

did you check the circuit breaker box?

[gg636]

The crazy thing is thatthe frezzer is working but the refrig is not!  I just called a repair man.. The are suppose to be here in a little bit..

I am stressed out and this puts the iceing on the cake... And im here alone and dont feel like dealing with someone that does not speak my language....lol

[bmdad]

From what I have heard soma withdrawals can be pretty rough so it's likely that's what's causing some of the other poster's symptoms too. If you throw dehydration into the mix things will be rough.

Everybody is different. There are some out there who can ct off of high amounts of vicodin and feel completely fine. One of my withdrawals was from over 240mgs of oxycontin (sometimes more) along with a few vicodin a day and I was working  7 days a week, 12 hour shifts. I never missed a minute of work. It was rough but I made it. I feel the reason I was able to work was because I knew what to expect and wasn't worried about the unknown. I didn't completely know what to expect because that was the highest dose I had ever gotten up to. What I did know was the I wasn't going to let a pill control my life any longer and I wasn't going to lay around and let the withdrawals get the best of me. I figured if I laid around all I would do is think about the pills and who knows where that would've led me.

It's all what you make of it. No matter what the negative is there's always a positive. The positive here is that you get to crack that shell off of you and get on with your life. After about 5 days or so your 5 senses will kick back in and it feels amazing. You will catch yourself smiling for no reason. Your sex drive will come back and be in overdrive, things will smell and taste better than they have in a long time. Life will be great!

Keep your eye on the prize and you will not fail.

[ImDONENoMore]

Oh boy be careful there.. just be grateful you found someone who can come out so quickly.  Seems we can never find a repairman to come over the same day we call... so look at it that way. It'll get fixed before you know it.  And then your perishables will be safe.

Remember gg - little stuff is going to irritate you for a while.  That's part of the detox.  I remember being angry for quite a while.. my poor husband had to put up with that and g-d knows I put him through quite a bit.  But the anger passed, the physical stuff will pass and you'll begin to feel better.  Little by little you get there.  Like I said, time is a big deal right now and will be for a while.  So go slow with it okay?  And keep those expectations on yourself pretty low - at least as far as keeping up with your normal routine.  I let the house go and did only the bare minimum for a while.  Believe me the work isn't going anywhere! lol  It'll be there when you're feeling up to tackling those things.  Now is the time to focus on you and don't get hung up on staying on top of things.  It's just too much pressure.  Slow and steady here.  :)

[gg636]

YOU ROCK!,

[gg636]

ImDONENoMore~

I am trying to not come unglued.   The service Man is here he is saying it is the mother board.. I am here alone do you think he is taking advantage of me???? errrg

[ImDONENoMore]

Hmmm well I don't know.  But do NOT let him push you around.  Tell him to give you an estimate before he fixes anything.  If the price seems fair, then go for it.  If you're not sure, then I say get another estimate.  Better to make sure you aren't taken advantage of right?  Even if it means losing some food... you don't want to be taken for a ride.  (oh and remember detox also causes us to be overly sensitive so are you sure you're reading this clearly?  Cause I know I overreacted about everything during detox.  Now I'm not saying this is what you're doing, but just something to consider)

[gg636]

hahahahaha!! I know im just have NO CLUE with these kind of things.   The BF is out of town and I can't get him on the phone....Oh well He will just have to pay me back or alteast split it with me!

[ImDONENoMore]

Yeah I'm the same way.. I rely on my hubby for a lot of that kind of stuff.  And let me tell you I would be in a LOT of trouble if I had to make those decisions myself.  But what the hell we're women and we can do anything we put our minds to...  and that means handling household repairs right?  lol

And like I said, if it seems fair then have him do the work and pay for it.  Common sense plays a big role here too... not just technical knowledge.  :)

[kyle505]

gg:
Keep in mind, and I'm sure you've already realized this, that everyday things that happen in life are intensified ten fold when you are going through detox. Several things happened to me, including a humungus tax error that was fixable but hit me the very first day of ct withdrawal. During that first week I read these posts over and over, looking for someone who had the quickest time detoxing, and also finding those who took longer. Everyone's different, but the bottom line is you are in for a bumpy ride, but you can do it. I'm on day 30; if you'd have told me on day 3 that I'd be here, I'd have called you a lier. Being clean is wonderful - it's been a long time coming for me, and I'm enjoying every moment. You will too. That's a promise. Hang in there; keep posting.

[gg636]

Will do Kyle ! Thanks for the encouraging words.. It will be tough but it will be worth it... Good times to come in 2012!  

[ImDONENoMore]

Yes 2012 will bring good times (knock wood).  And the best part is we actually remember them now!  lol

[gg636]

I cant wait!  I will reveal my secret sooon real soon.. Give me a couple of weeks... xoxo

[gg636]

okay~ Note one I am now starting to get HOT SWEATS

[ImDONENoMore]

If you've got a fan in the house, now would be the time to bring that out.  And a cold cloth around the back of your neck will help with the sweating.  You'll have to take it on and off a lot since you'll probably experience the "hot one minute, freezing the next" thing, but it will help.  I slept with that stupid cold cloth for a while.... and probably looked ridiculous.  But who cares - it helped a lot and that's all that mattered..

[gg636]

Thanks for the advise ... I will keep you updated....

xoxo  

[GA_need_help]

I want you to know I am rooting for you.  You have made the decision that is right for you, and you are going to do this!!!  Yep, I am watching bc I have been tapering and am going through hell with great anxiety and fear.  So I am looking at you out of caring for you and hoping to get information as well.  So please don't candy coat anything.  I will be alongside you cheering you on.  If you want to stay in closer touch, let me know.  If you want more support, I am here for you.  Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers.

[Stacy_Lynn]

U got this!!!! U really want this & thats the hard part i believe! Best of luck to u, i will be thinking of u! Have u got rid of the other tab's? if ur going CT then make sure u have ZERO temptation! Best of luck, ur a very strong person & i know u can & will do this!!!

[gnarly_1]

Hey Girl well it rains it pours they had my cable tv and internet down the day I quit so I dident have my buddies on medhelp it s u c k ed dont mind the little things apliances break down dont let it throw you off you have done all the damage control you can do tapering time to take the plunge although the sharks dont look as menacing from up on the rail but its time to swim or dround YOU CAN DO THIS fridge or no fridge how you feeling now I dont imagine your sleeping and it 1.30 mountain time your symptoms should be mild but your still going to feel it IMDONEnoMORE has a good idea with the towel around your neck and remember a hot soak will go a long way in releaving symptoms just keep forcing the fluids keep posting im out her till 2am then im off to work I will check on you in the am to see how your doing good luck and God bless......Gnarly  

[IwillDoThis]

Yes and you are right, it was stupid. I just wanted off everything.   I added back my sleep aid and xanax last night and slept the first time since sunday, I'm eating solids today, Immodium has helped (also stupid for not being proactive).  The worst is behind me.  Thanks to all for your comments.

[IwillDoThis]

Hang in there girl - Day 3 and I feel like I'm on the other side - I'm so sorry you are having all these difficulties.  YOU can do this.  I had such a hard time because I wasn't smart, wasn't prepared, didn't start off with immodium and I let myself dehydrate for a day and a half.  Just get through the next couple days knowing it will not be fun but after 2 or 3 days you will start to feel better and it is SO worth it.  Please reach out if you need anything!  Hugs

[gg636]

@IwillDoThis- Thank you hang in there.. Remember this will pass.  You are doing a good job.  For me I am deternined to do this.. I feel sick today like I am catching a cold my Throat  hurts.:(

gg

[lulu747]

Hi GG..

Your immune system is going to be compromised for awhile as it's going through a trauma...Detox...Just remember that the outcome of this is a healthy body and brain...and a whole new life!  It is worth it.  You are worth it.  Take extra loving care of yourself...Vitamins and supplements, lots of fluid...I do hot lemon, honey and ginger for cold symptoms and it works like a charm.  Take Vitamin C ascorbate...I've had a couple of colds come calling in the past two months of sobriety and I KNOCKED them out with vitamins, saunas, hot baths, and exercise....You can do this!  I'm rooting for you girl...
Lu

[gg636]

Thanks Lu,

I was not sure if it was detox or a true cold... Im super sensitive and I feel like my left lymph node is swollen.. Gosh I thought this moring what if it's somthing worse... :(

[texaslady68]

GG, you got this girl and I am proud of you.  The MOST important thing that is a must have is Imodiam AD for the stomach problems and you may have to double the dose for the first few days.  Days 3 and 4 were the worst for me as far as physical symptoms.  i had tapered down to 5 mg and it was still pretty rough.  It is all about the power of positive thinking.  Get as much sleep as you can during the day because night time *****.  I used to dread nightfall.  Drink or eat as much protein as you can.  You can do this and it is sooo worth it.

PM me if you need to.  I am at home today suffering with severe back issues and have nothing to take that is helping  Yesterday called my doctor to get some steriods and when I got to Walgreens, he had called me in a script for 30 Norco.  I did NOT get them filled.  I could not believe I had that strength in me as much pain as i am in.  I am never going back to that place again!

I am here for you!

[gg636]

texaslady68

I am so proud of you! That is awesome that you did not get them filled.  I just started with the restroom issue- a part of me wants to just let it run it's course.  It's crazy In my foggy brain it's like the posion coming out..

[texaslady68]

I would not recommend letting it "run its course" lol.   You can become very dehydrated which will make you feel 20 times worse.  Imodiam is one of the most important things you can take during this.

[gg636]

Okay! I will take it!