Time to quit

[Percos]

Well I have tried to quit 3 times and failed. I can't help this overwelming sense that I'm throwing my life away. My wife is broken hearted because of my addiction. I was injured three years ago. And have been on oxycontin and percocet for three years. I have tried weaning down and I'm not good at it at all! I'm currently taking 6 10mg percocets and 1-2 20mg oxycontin a day. So I'm going to go get everything for the Thomas recipe tommorow and my last shift at work is Thursday. Then I have eight days off. I want to do this and get my life back but I'm afraid big time!!! Any help would be appreciated.  

[Giovanni1975]

Hi I'm new to posting, but wanted some advice on this matter and thought this was a good start. I have been taking tramadol for three years 50mg twice a day. I have tried a couple of times to get off, but found the withdrawals were hell. As of today, I have gone 24 hours with out anything, except drinking plenty of water, juice and taking plenty of vitamins. So far, i feel okay, just a little light-headed. Do you have any advice on dealing with the withdrawls?

[chris1855]

I am on day 4 off lortabs.  The past few days have been hell, but well worth it.  I am not going to let this drug run my life, and I hope you do as I did.  Just do it!  We already know it is going to suck, but getting through day 3 is the worst from what I have felt.  You will go through every emotion possible.  I suggest epson salt baths, and locking yourself in your room to rest.  I have counted the minutes on the clock, but last night was my first sleep in days, and I have hope.  This is all we need, is alot of hope.  Remember what it was like without the devil in our lives.  That is what is pushing me today.  Keep me posted and please stay strong.  Maybe we can do this together.  I am lost, because I cannot tell my family.  Embarrassed, but I will be here for you to help through all this pain.  It is going to be tough, but remember the light is at the end of the tunnel.  Keep me posted!