Has anyone tried to ween self off of Vicodin?

[wisdomteeth4]

Has anyone tried to ween themselves off of Vicodin?  I used the drug for back pain and wanted to stop the drugs to see how well I could manage without it.  I was taking 5 to 10 per day depending on the pain.  I have now cut back to 3 half tabs of 7.5 per day....which I think is pretty good considering what I was taking.  I have mild withdrawl....cramping, on edge, most annoying is the sweating and chills.  Perhaps I weened too quickly.  I am on day 4 of cutting back and I do feel somewhat better.  I have been drinking plenty of water and vitamins with the additional potassium tablet for the cramps due to the night sweats.  Anyone have any other suggestions for me? Please let me know

[vicki595]

LMAO!!

And,by the way...Worried878 has been clean for next to forever!

[CATUF]

I hate it when that happens

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I hate it when that happens

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I hate it when that happens

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

You know I dont think any of us think we are addicts when the Doc prescribes them for our pain for years and years.  But as soon as you go through the with drawels you know you are- at least physically.  

I am so glad I am getting this monkey off my back- my brain can already think clear again-- first time in a long time. I still have the "flu" but it will get better.  I know as my nose runs and my bowels loosen up- my body is flushing that poisen out.  Notice how nasty you smell.  The liver is detoxing that crap out of you.  Take more hot showers and baths to help and any exercise you can do will make you feel better and rush it out sooner.  

But-- please do not try cold turkey. Talk to your Doc and have him help you wean off it.  There can be serious side- effects if you don't.  Especially if you have high blood pressure etc.

[Jaquableu]

There are a bunch of things you can do- read the forums and advice.  Hot baths with epson salts will help you with the muscle pains etc, Chocolate will help you a little, exercise will help. I take st. Johns wort ( if your not on an anti depressant- or not allergic to ragweed)

Here is a couple of articles that helped me a lot-- I am on day 4 without Morphine.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/heroin/brain/

http://www.femaleforum.com/s/article/boost_your_endorphins_for_natural_euphoria/

[Jimmy1975]

You're doing well ! What Worried878 said is good advice ! I would check out those health pages . Tapering works well for some and not others . If you think it is helping you  then good luck to you ! You're getting low enough to just stop now ..  Wishing you success !  Jimmy

[wisdomteeth4]

Thanks,...I thought they were, but so annoying and uncomfortable.  

[vicki595]

The nights sweats are good for you.  That's how you're ridding the toxins! Frequent hot baths will make you feel better. Force those fluids!!

[wisdomteeth4]

Is there anything that I can take to help with the night sweats?

[wisdomteeth4]

Thanks for the quick advice.  Will keep you posted on the out come.  

[Baker3336]

If I read that right you are only taking about 11mg a day for the last 4 days. I would just cut it off now. Your already experiencing some of the withdrawals just get it over with if ya want to quit.  I don't think you can really cut that dose down too much more. Good luck my friend..

[worried878]

r u an addict?  it does make a difference as it is harder for an addict to taper.  But sounds like u r doing well...there is a great article on tapering in the health pages.
Some feel it is easier to CT and get it over with, some feel tapering can drag out wds, others just simply cant taper, like me., and end up right back where they were before, or worse.  Ideally, a long slow taper should make it easier, if the person can stick to it

good luck to u....i am a chronic painer myself, but for me, it reached the point where it wasnt really about pain anymore...it was about addiction

keep posting