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New here, 3rd day off Oxycontin...still no sleep
Hello everyone, I am very happy to have found this forum. See, I actually HAD to go cold turkey off oxy as my prescriptions are lasting for shorter as I take more and more...I have been on 80-160mg per day for several years, as well as tylenol #4 for severe pain. My initial plan was to just suffer until I get my re-fill next week, but after reading so many stories here I am determined to stay off (I REALLY hope I can resist, this drug is evil).
I'm on day three, and did manage to sleep for an hour this afternoon but sadly irritable leg syndrome, twitching and kicking is making sleep impossible though I have to admit, it is less than yesterday. It's also really fun when the diarrhea kicks in, as I live in a big old farmhouse with only one bathroom on the main floor so scared to even go to the bedroom on the opposite end or risk having an accident on the race down to the toilet.
My main symptoms have been the leg restlessness, impossible insomnia, rapid heart-rate, really high blood pressure, dry/cracked lips, HIGH anxiety, sensitive to anything touching my skin, complete body weakness, all this leading to not being able to function properly...even bathing is an exhausting chore.
Last time I went through this I REALLY screwed myself up, and ended up in emergency. I strongly caution anyone trying to substitute alcohol, in order to help through withdrawal is DON"T!!!!!! It makes withdrawal MUCH MORE SEVERE (sorry for the caps, but I can't stress enough). It won't help you pass-out, sleep, or curb the symptoms, it really just makes you more crazy as you still can't sleep, now you can't even think straight, and increases the blood pressure and heart-rate. Then to add fuel to the nightmare, a hangover along with the symptoms.
A few things that have helped a bit this time; Gravol (Dimenhydrate tablets), meant for motion sickness. Not sure why, but eases up on the anxiety and after taking 3 tablets I managed to sleep a precious hour. I stopped drinking anything with caffeine or other stimulates, and downing a lot of water and chamomile tea instead. A hot bath also eased up some symptoms (but getting motivated to get into it is a bit tricky). Reading has also kept me sane this time, as it distracts me from focusing on the things I am unable to do, and not stress so much about it. Reading all the posts here...I guess misery does love company. It's nice to know there are people going through this crazy time, and also hearing from people who are clean and never have to suffer like this again. Because last time I ended up in emergency, they prescribed Altace (Ramipril) to get my blood pressure under control. I had some left, and I began taking them again (5mg once a day). These really help when you feel your heart is going to explode!
Hope anything I've written manages to help somebody, and thank you to all you other posters who've helped keep me sane and on the road to recovery.
I'm on day three, and did manage to sleep for an hour this afternoon but sadly irritable leg syndrome, twitching and kicking is making sleep impossible though I have to admit, it is less than yesterday. It's also really fun when the diarrhea kicks in, as I live in a big old farmhouse with only one bathroom on the main floor so scared to even go to the bedroom on the opposite end or risk having an accident on the race down to the toilet.
My main symptoms have been the leg restlessness, impossible insomnia, rapid heart-rate, really high blood pressure, dry/cracked lips, HIGH anxiety, sensitive to anything touching my skin, complete body weakness, all this leading to not being able to function properly...even bathing is an exhausting chore.
Last time I went through this I REALLY screwed myself up, and ended up in emergency. I strongly caution anyone trying to substitute alcohol, in order to help through withdrawal is DON"T!!!!!! It makes withdrawal MUCH MORE SEVERE (sorry for the caps, but I can't stress enough). It won't help you pass-out, sleep, or curb the symptoms, it really just makes you more crazy as you still can't sleep, now you can't even think straight, and increases the blood pressure and heart-rate. Then to add fuel to the nightmare, a hangover along with the symptoms.
A few things that have helped a bit this time; Gravol (Dimenhydrate tablets), meant for motion sickness. Not sure why, but eases up on the anxiety and after taking 3 tablets I managed to sleep a precious hour. I stopped drinking anything with caffeine or other stimulates, and downing a lot of water and chamomile tea instead. A hot bath also eased up some symptoms (but getting motivated to get into it is a bit tricky). Reading has also kept me sane this time, as it distracts me from focusing on the things I am unable to do, and not stress so much about it. Reading all the posts here...I guess misery does love company. It's nice to know there are people going through this crazy time, and also hearing from people who are clean and never have to suffer like this again. Because last time I ended up in emergency, they prescribed Altace (Ramipril) to get my blood pressure under control. I had some left, and I began taking them again (5mg once a day). These really help when you feel your heart is going to explode!
Hope anything I've written manages to help somebody, and thank you to all you other posters who've helped keep me sane and on the road to recovery.
Its nice to know there are people out at this late hour. And welcome. I cracked a couple ribs and the doctor has me back on oxy's so I'm being very careful with them and my past behaviour. But it hurts like hell. But I know the drill..... So I have my husband
dispursing them very carefully to me. Otherwise, nothing new here. Hot and humid. Take care Cathy
dispursing them very carefully to me. Otherwise, nothing new here. Hot and humid. Take care Cathy
I am so glad you got some sleep. that is great!! 5 hrs!! WOW.. I know the lack of sleep can just make everything else worse. So now on day 4..you should be turning a corner hopefully by tomarrow..I as you can see..lol am awake again. thinking I will go color my hair now..hope it goes well. Much Love to you~ Lisa
LOLOLOL!!! Okay, that was SICK!! Matched my mood beautifully :) Thanks for the laugh!
I took some of everyones advice today - neighbor bought some vitamins, nyquil, and benadryl...will have to online order some of the other suppliments...but took some nyquil and benadryl (probably shouldn't have mixed....but desperate) and I SLEPT 5 hours!!!! Just that bit of rest gave me a more positive outlook, and feel a bit better too! Less shaky/twitchy/creepy crawly feelings now, and just a bit of edginess now. Now on day 4, wish me luck, and LOVE YOU ALL!!!!
I took some of everyones advice today - neighbor bought some vitamins, nyquil, and benadryl...will have to online order some of the other suppliments...but took some nyquil and benadryl (probably shouldn't have mixed....but desperate) and I SLEPT 5 hours!!!! Just that bit of rest gave me a more positive outlook, and feel a bit better too! Less shaky/twitchy/creepy crawly feelings now, and just a bit of edginess now. Now on day 4, wish me luck, and LOVE YOU ALL!!!!
Girl... haven't you heard of plumbers crack... crack kills!!! hahahaha So does oxy just the soul tho :) jammin to some Bob Marley So much tings to say my love... you need some fukitol :) at least 1000-10000000mgs! The doctors make you sicker than your body ever could! Just wanted to drop ya a manic note! Check out the cyanide and happiness comic. just google cyanide and happiness.... It is a hillarious dark comic strip that can turn the most morose mood fun! xoxo hang in there! only 10hrs of today left and you will be 4 days FREE
Thanks JoAnn! I find that since chatting on here all morning it's made my wd much more manageable. It's an extremely pleasant distraction from these crazy symptoms. I've hidden away for too long with this, nice to open up to people who won't tell me how nasty I feel I've become.
I still haven't seen my neighbor, but hoping for immediate gratification...will be really disappointed if the pharmacy doesn't carry some of the items. Thanks for the link Stacy, I may just have to try and be patient and order online. No way I could get on the highway and drive into the city in my condition.
Lisa, I finally have my A/C fixed! Repair guy was very friendly, though probably thought I was on crack...shakes/sweats/tremors and such when talking with him.
I still haven't seen my neighbor, but hoping for immediate gratification...will be really disappointed if the pharmacy doesn't carry some of the items. Thanks for the link Stacy, I may just have to try and be patient and order online. No way I could get on the highway and drive into the city in my condition.
Lisa, I finally have my A/C fixed! Repair guy was very friendly, though probably thought I was on crack...shakes/sweats/tremors and such when talking with him.
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