Oxycontin

[Foufer]

Do the people who abuse this drug realize what they are doing to those who really need it? Studies show that 99% of those who are taking this for pain do not abuse it. Because so many do, those of us that function in spite of illness may be denied what we need and do not abuse. Seems pretty selfish to me. Next time you think about crushing, snorting or injecting this drug, think about those who are truly in pain and whom you may be screwing.

[bewitched_queen]

Vonnie, hi & welcome. This was a somewhat old and as you saw, controversial post lol please come to the addiction:substance abuse forum (this is addiction:social) and repost your reply. We are all here to help each other and would love to talk with you =)

[vonnie728]

I'm sorry,like I said I'm new.My comment was intented for 'ALL'

[vonnie728]

Excuse me,I'm new here...aren't we all here to Help? Don't be so hard on Foufer.Afterall,I too have said these same words...almost exactly...it's all in 'the denial mode'.I know...trust me.I have made this same statement,or very close to it.Give him a chance,maybe we can help him.

[vonnie728]

How old are you? I'm asking this because I  just found this site..was looking into the the oxy abuse section and just came upon all these comments and I am amazed at the total of people that are hooked on this drug.Age is a factor,at least to me.I'm 62,suffer from RA,ME,CPD..you name it..its there.It's been my life since 1999 when I had breast cancer.My addiction started with 30 5/550 a month.Now,6 15 mgs of roxicodone every 8 hrs,well..even that amount doesn't help the pain but I want OUT..Off of this strangling the hell-out-of-me damn drug.I'm old and granted I'm sick but this addiction is worse,more crippling than anything that I have endured in my 62 years.You tell me,which is worse? I want My Life and Happiness back...HELP!! Vonnie

[keith600]

good post foufer, just sounds like it would be better to post it to folks who are past detoxing and in recovery. Your best reply was from Sarah.

[bettermomma]

Well said and I truely agree!

[laurel453]

during and after detox we can be really sensitive and emotional... i think that we live our emotions in a weird way... some of you might have experienced this right now.... you have been hurt by a comment... ok, lets face it, it doesn't matter what others might think but our beliefs and opinions because we are here to build up a better and healthier way of living for ourselves because we are also sick... focus on this, pls... don't let anything, any comment hurt you on your recovery.

the OP is also hurting and upset with a situation he is living and  this is what i chose to believe and i hope he will get the help he needs.

[minn66]

Please everyone, we are all here to support each other. No one needs to leave. Also, in terms of supporting a newbie, there is a poster on page two whose name is demarco who could use some encouragement right now :)

[bettermomma]

Hunny, there's no reason to leave, but just think of this as a little advice ... we r all addicts here... well most of us... anyway, we are here yo be supportive and compassionate. Please don't leave the forum. Only take heed to my suggestions please. Private message me, if you'd like to talk. ;-)

[Climb_Strait]

:( Im sorry, I'll go now.

[sandstone27]

Really?  And sending the OP a note just to tell him "he *****" is what exactly? Nice? Brave?

[sandstone27]

Hi,
You may want to start a new thread for yourself so we can help you.
Just go to the top of the page and hit Post a question.  If you're new, Welcome!  I assure you, the thread you've posted to is not what Medhelp is usually about.

Well wishes,

Sandy

[steveh444]

Is there anyone here that can help me??

[Climb_Strait]

I agree minn. I heard all the same things at pain management. Theres expressing your opinion and then theres being just plain mean, and in such a cowardly way?...

[sandstone27]

correction - knows anything about.

[sandstone27]

I give you credit for having the courage to say how you feel against what has become nothing short of a cyber attack on someone that no one here knows nothing about.  I may not agree with his statistics, or even his feelings, but he IS entitled to his opinion.

[steveh444]

I am in day 2 of a cold turkey try off of 60-120mg hydroco / day
I had 30mg on monday and 30mg on tuesday then nothing yesterday and today. I am really hurting bad. Need to know that I can do this safely by myself

[steveh444]

I am in day 2 of a cold turkey try off of 60-120mg hydroco / day
I had 30mg on monday and 30mg on tuesday then nothing yesterday and today. I am really hurting bad. Need to know that I can do this safely by myself

[minn66]

I think OP does bring up a valid point. Just like there are people who can take a drink and then not touch it again for weeks, anything can be abused. When I first went to pain management I was annoyed at all the hoops I had to jump through to get some relief. I also believe there is a difference between physical dependency and addiction. I did not use to get high, but was disturbed by the fact that it took more and more meds to get relief, so I quit them because I did not want to be that dependent on anything. I do not want to take them and manage my pain in other ways, although now I miss more work now than I used to when I took the meds. It is a shame that people who do need the meds have a more difficult time getting them because of abuse and diversion. This may not be a very popular opinion here but as I understand it, this forum is about freedom to voice opinions and have meaningful discussion. We always don't like what we hear or what someone has to say but that doesn't make it any less valid.

[bama88]

get em boo! want one of my spoons? lol. remind me to never tick off a group of addicts
ill get my butt handed to me. lol. gotta laugh at this. come here and stir us up. and i bet this person is sitting back laughing at this. he's a pervert who is sick. im not gonna waste any more time. lets not give this thread anymore power. this is the devil attacking us. so lets just move on to our newbies who need our support and help. i will file this name and if i see fourfer asking for help we'll show him what he wrote.

but as Jesus says...love thy enemies..and turn the other cheek.

[vicki595]

Tranquilizer dart ....... HAHAHAHAHAHA !

[snakejones]

I'm afraid I don't even understand your post. If, as you say, "99% of people taking [Oxycontin] for pain do not abuse it", that would be a phenomenally wonderful percentage, and doctors would not be afraid to prescribe it at all.
Oxycontin isn't going anywhere, and don't worry, you'll get your share. Sounds like you need a tranquilizer dart to go with that.
This forum  comprises people of all ages, colors, religions, income, and each has a story about why they are here. Many of our members started taking opiates for medical problems. This is a close-knit group that has been through hell together, and has some of the nicest, most supportive people you'd ever want to meet. Your level of ignorance is astonishing, and your judgmental attitude benefits no one. Please take your misconceptions with you, and don't come back.

[ricart70]

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[Climb_Strait]

lol @ bama "double dog dare" that takes me back.