how pathetic am I?

[wandee18]

how pathetic am i, i'll tell you, i just took a pill so i could have the nerve to post this. I have been reading all of your posts and see myself in just about everyone.  On vicodin for 2 yrs.  (pain management) bad back not operable, so here are some pills just like everyone i started off ok, now im hooked and scared. Im in my 60's i should have known better. can't believe i was able to get this out...

[wandee18]

thanks for the advise, thought i would get out to a store and get whatever Vitamins an supplements that have been suggested, i know i can't do all this after just a few posts but it really does feel better after telling all of you. Its like my big secret is out, as i said before i have been reading everyones posts for the last week and that has also helped knowing that other people are on the same roller coaster, and some made it OFF.

[TroubledDude]

Hi, welcome to the forum. You have definitely come to the right place; the people, information & support on here are a Godsend.

You are on the right track, just do a slow manageable taper, even if it's going to take you a year; it is your absolute best bet. This is what I am doing right now. Aside from my taper off OxyContin & Oxycodone (prescribed for lower back problems) I have now started an exercise program which is fairly light (cardio for twenty minutes, four days per week and some light weights) I am also supplementing with a Multi-Vitamin, Amino Acids, Omega 3-6-9 Fish Oil Capsules and daily protein shakes. When I finally do jump off I want to be in the best condition possible to (hopefully) reduce not just the initial five to six days of withdrawal, but also the psychological anguish, which comes after.

Do not feel bad about this, prescription narcotic addiction is a wide spread epidemic that has affected very many people. Just take your time and prepare yourself as best you can to minimize not just the withdrawal and post withdrawal but also the chances of relapse.

We are all here to help,

God Bless,

TD

[wandee18]

no supplements. i'll accept any help..i know it must sound like i'm having a pity party but i'm so ashamed of myself..My family doesn't know i'm in this mess and i don't want them to find out.

[dominosarah]

Do you take any supplements?  That always helps too.  Tapering will help ease the wd symptoms a bit.  Just keep talking with us......sara

[wandee18]

yes i want OFF.  i take 6-8 a day whats crazy is i never take them at night, since last week when i found all of you i started to taper, don't know if its working..thanks for your help and support

[dominosarah]

Welcome to the forum.......you are in no way pathetic, you are an addict just like everyone of us on here.  You will find a ton of support here.  Are you wanting to get off the pills?  How many do you take a day......talk with us as we really do understand.....sara