Withdraw percocet

[helpless1027]

I have been on percocet 10/325 for 5 years now.  It has gotten out of hand the past 6 months, to where I'm taking 14-20 pills/day.  I've tried self-detox, but can't get past first 24 hours.  I called D&A in my county, and they said I can come in in 10 days for eval, and see doc as early as 3 weeks to possibly start suboxone,but must still be taking the percs.  I ran out about 1 hour ago, and am so afraid I can't do it.  I called ER and they said I would have to go to inpatient, but I don't have anyone to watch my son for more than the weekend.  What would be my best solution to ease withdraws and not give myself a heart attack?  I only have access to Flexeril.

[theaddict]

everything is going to be fine, we all promise you that. as corny as it may sound, this forum was the best thing for me when i went through the detoxing period. and like others have said above, hot baths or showers really did help as well. remember to keep yourself hydrated, too! i drank a lot of fluids and ate a lot of soups. a lot of members were unable to eat too much, but i shoveled through it because i knew i needed something in my system. maybe that's the inner big girl in me talking, though. :)

[kk1303]

Hi, I understand how you're feeling right now. Just 7 days ago, I was taking 8 Norco plus 40 mg of Oxycontin a day. I've been going thru withdrawals for the past 7 days, but I started feeling better on Day 3. A lot of people say that's the worst day, but it was different for me...days 1 & 2 were the worst. I think a lot of it had to do with me making myself eat at least 2 healthy meals a day & not vomitting. You're not gonna have an appetite, but MAKE yourself eat...even if its not a lot. Google "foods that make u happy" & stock up on those (they're scientifically proven to boost your mood.) Make yourself go for walks...it helped me. Even if u feel weak, just walk around your house or something to get your blood flowing. I told my dr I  decided to quit my prescriptions cold turkey & she prescribed me Clonidine. Its a blood pressure med but can help ease the withdrawals. I don't have insurance & it was only $5 for me. I've also heard of gabapentin prescribed to help with wd's. I still haven't got much sleep this past week...try to accept the fact you won't sleep (its hard, but try). I  highly recommend calling your dr & being honest. Your safety (as well as sobriety) is a priority.

[selfinduced]

Whew......There you are, YOU ROCK with your advice. Soooo true!

[bmdad]

Welcome to the forum. You will find a wealth of information here and plenty of wonderful people to bend over backwards to help you.

I know it's easier said than done but take a deep breath and try to relax. One of the main reasons we continue using is because we are scared of the withdrawals. I'm here to tell you that there is really nothing to be afraid of. Look how mental addiction really is? You took a dose an hour ago and are already freaking out over the withdrawals. We have all been there and we can all get through it. Even you.

The worst of the physical symptoms last around 5 days or so. Once day 5 came around for me it was all downhill from there. You need to do everything you can to try and make yourself comfortable. One thing that helped me when when I was starting to go through withdrawals was to lay in a dark bedroom, listen to some light music, and breathe. Do your best to try and relax.

Hot baths work wonders for the chills. Get the water as hot as possible and once again, lay in the tub and relax.

You have to do everything you can to keep your mind off of the pills. Thinking of pills just leads you to more worries and will make you feel worse. Rent some funny movies. Pick up a good book. Do a jigsaw puzzle. Just do anything to keep your mind occupied.

Be sure you are eating healthy, pushing the good fluids such as juice and water and believe it or not, exercise. I know it's hard to muster up the energy to do so but force yourself. It helps minimize the withdrawals and will help speed them up.

Like mentioned above, check into the Thomas Recipe. There is also the Amino Acid Protocol. That's what I used but they are very similar. They can both be found in the health pages which are  located on the bottom right hand side of the page. There is also a lot of other helpful information in the health pages.

I know I've already said it but I'm going to say it again. Try your best to Relax. What's 5 days of your life to live a lifetime of freedom? Use your son as motivation knowing that you will give him a better life when you're clean. I'm not saying you aren't giving him a great life and that you aren't a great mom but I'm sure you can relate on how things have changed once your use spiraled out of control.

You have to go into this with a "mind over matter" attitude. The mind is so much stronger than the body and we can do anything that we set our mind to. If you lay around thinking about how miserable you feel you are going to feel worse. If you tell yourself every second of everyday that you are going to succeed, you will! Many have done it in the past and you can to.

Use this forum as support and post often. It helps so much having people that can relate and help you through this. You can do this and we will help you get there. A weeks worth of withdrawals is so much better than a lifetime of using. You know you can't take these pills forever so why not get it over with now? This day is going to come sooner or later and the longer you use the harder it will be.

You can do this!

If you need anything, please let us know.

Best of luck!




Brian

[addict3]

First, stay calm.
Take advantage of whover will watch your son.
Read the Thomas recipe and get the things you need.
Stay on here and post for support.
This won't kill you, sounds like you are going to detox one way or another, so why not be prepared?

If you really want to do this,you can.
You will be ok.

Most importantly....find some type of aftercare.....Good luck!

[all_alone1]

Hi helpless....there is something on here call the thomas recepie....and it list things said to  help with WDs and like selfinduced stated there are lots of people on here with good advice and tips and should be along shortly.

[selfinduced]

   Can you call your pcp and explain your situation to him? He can prescribe medication to ease things for you? If that isn't an option, go out and get some needed supplies to help the w/d's. Lots of gatoraide, protein drinks,multiviitiams etc.  Read others post to get more hints on minimizing your discomfort. Hang tight, more will be here to give you solid advice. Praying for you now.