Is it going to get worse?

[ETH15]

Hi, I have been taking daily for the last 6 years; 40-60mg oxycontin and 2-4 percocet per day and about 15 tylenol with codiene.  I am still getting the oxycontin and percocet from my doctor but trying to wean off without telling her.  4 days ago I cut back to 20mg oxy and 1 perc per day plus the tylenol with codiene.  Other than some moods of depression and panic and a bit of discomfort sleeping I'm not having severe withdrawals.  I'm wondering if this will get worse or if I can rest easy.....in 3 more days I'm planning on cutting it in half again and then again the following week until there is nothing.  Hardest part is I wonder how I will be happy without taking this stuff, is that just a withdrawal symptom? Does it get easier to get through a day without total boredom and lack of energy? Do they get worse after a week?   I would appreciate any help, I'm hoping I'm feeling the worst of it right now and can calm down a bit if I can stop anticipating worse.

Thanks very much :-)

[worried878]

Until u quit completely and give it a bit of time...it could very well get worse for u...it is always best to tell ur doctor...if u dont it  is almost like u r leaving an open door in case u change ur mind...something to think about anyway if ur goal is cleandom

[cattalina]

The depression, anxiety, basically feeling hopeless - that does definitely get better. The first couple of months can be tough because your brain is adjusting to life without narcotics. It takes time for those brain receptors to heal, but as long as you know what's in front of you you'll know how to handle it.  Being bored, wondering if you'll be happy, that's normal stuff to feel right now.  It does definitely go away tho! Check the health pages, read up on PAWS (post-acute withdrawals symptoms) knowing what you're battling makes a huge difference! Keep posting, we're all here to help!

[spacecadette]

Hello,  Well, since you have been on it for 6 years I hate to be the one to point out that it will most likely get worse.  However, it may not.  Everyone is different.  You have been on it for quite some time.  And mixing 3 different narcotics on top of that.  2 of which are VERY strong.  So even if it gets tough...you have to get TOUGHER.  The depression will pass with time.  Look up the thomas reicipe.  And the sleep thing is hard I know...It was the last thing to come back for me.  The hardest part, (in my opinion) Is when you get down to nothing....but it should olny last about 7 days or so.  Keep your head up.  WE have ALL been in your shoes.  

[avisg]

If you are going to contune to taper down and off yes most likely it will be getting worse . Have you checked out the thomas recpie and the amnio acid protocal the can help with some of the wd ....we are here to support you.