Aa
Taper schedule
Hello everyone, I've found that reading these comments helps a lot. I am new to my withdrawal plan. I had an epiphany this weekend when after popping 6 oxy 10 mg at a time (and up to 10 a day), that I was heading down a dark path. I knew I needed to get my life in order and promised myself that was it for me. On Saturday, I took 2 pills at night, on Sunday I took 1 in the afternoon and 2 at night (I couldn't help myself). On Monday, I took 1 and 1 and last night I limited myself to only 1. Tonight is the real test, as I plan to skip a day. Once I do that, I'll have one the following day, and then keep skipping days until I'm comfortable with it. Do you think this will be an effective plan? I am totally committed to this (unlike before). I'm not even interested in it anymore. Been taking pain meds for the last 5 years. Any advice would be helpful. Also, is depression and anxiety common with using and stopping pain meds? I've definitely been experiencing that. Thanks so much.
Hey there! Doing well. Can't say I've been on my best behavior (getting a few pills here and there from a friend, but nothing consistent). I'm a bit disappointed in myself for that, but I know for sure I don't want to go back to doctors or have a supply on me... Thanks for checking in!
Way to go! It's so great reading a good update! You've worked so hard for your sobriety, keep up the great work!!!
Thanks, all. Can't say it's easy and every now and then I miss those days of "relaxing" with a few oxys. But then I think back about all the anxiety, fear and disaster that came along with it and say to myself that there's no way it's worth it.
A very big congrats to you my friend. That is awesome.
You did things differently this time that is huge.
Telling your wife, going to an addiction counselor, cutting off sources,
Working out those are all key factors in your success and your new attitude.
Remember there will always be disappointments, sorrow and tragedy in life it is how we deal with it that counts.
Thanks for checking in.
Keep up the good work.
You are doing fantastic.
Continued blessings,
Debbie
You did things differently this time that is huge.
Telling your wife, going to an addiction counselor, cutting off sources,
Working out those are all key factors in your success and your new attitude.
Remember there will always be disappointments, sorrow and tragedy in life it is how we deal with it that counts.
Thanks for checking in.
Keep up the good work.
You are doing fantastic.
Continued blessings,
Debbie
Thanks so much! I've been working out a lot lately (3-5 times a week). It's amazing to see and realize the differences in your body and mind the longer you go without it. Just like any addiction, I know that the thought will always linger in the back of my mind, much like an alcoholic feels when he hears about or sees others drinking.
I have a neighbor who recently had knee surgery and he was telling some of us about how his doctor gave him "a ton" of Percs, "like 30 or something." I kept thinking to myself how amazing it is that people can use it temporarily and be done with it. Also, that he thought 30 pills was "a ton" was funny to me because that would probably have lasted me 2-3 days...
Trying to overcome this addiction may be the hardest thing I've ever had to do. But it's also made me a lot stronger and have more confidence/less anxiety than when I was on oxy. It will always be tempting, but as AtTheBeach said, "one day at a time..."
I have a neighbor who recently had knee surgery and he was telling some of us about how his doctor gave him "a ton" of Percs, "like 30 or something." I kept thinking to myself how amazing it is that people can use it temporarily and be done with it. Also, that he thought 30 pills was "a ton" was funny to me because that would probably have lasted me 2-3 days...
Trying to overcome this addiction may be the hardest thing I've ever had to do. But it's also made me a lot stronger and have more confidence/less anxiety than when I was on oxy. It will always be tempting, but as AtTheBeach said, "one day at a time..."
I read all of your posts so I have to say a big Congratulations is in order.
It is so refreshing to read the honesty in your posts.
You are rocking it!!!!!
Keep it up and thanks for keeping us updated.
It's nice to read about success stories and how open you were to all of the great advice you were given.
It is so refreshing to read the honesty in your posts.
You are rocking it!!!!!
Keep it up and thanks for keeping us updated.
It's nice to read about success stories and how open you were to all of the great advice you were given.
A very big congratulations to you.
2 months clean is awesome.
One day at a time my friend is how it is done.
Yes it is a blessing in disguise. Stay away from those that use.
They will drag you down again.
How's the counseling going?
Did you start meetings?
Thanks for the update.
Keep up the good work.
2 months clean is awesome.
One day at a time my friend is how it is done.
Yes it is a blessing in disguise. Stay away from those that use.
They will drag you down again.
How's the counseling going?
Did you start meetings?
Thanks for the update.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks all for being there for me throughout the last few months. As a status update, today is my TWO MONTHS anniversary. Very happy of my accomplishment. I can't say I haven't thought about the addiction or been tempted to ask my friend recently. However, to my benefit, everyone has cut me off. It's a blessing in disguise. For anyone that's quit for longer, do the cravings ever go away? Just curious....
Thanks. Yup, I've been seeing an addiction specialist once a week. Very helpful and enlightening.
Congrats on your clean time. You are doing awesome.
Keep up with working out. Make sure the sources are cut for good.
Still seeing addiction specialist?
Any meetings yet?
Keep up with working out. Make sure the sources are cut for good.
Still seeing addiction specialist?
Any meetings yet?
Thanks all! Working out regularly really helps.
Whollymoly, keep it up!! Don't let anything get in between you and your goals. I took a lot of advice from people on this forum and it helped tremendously. 12 days in means withdrawal is over. Just keep yourself going by doing it one day at a time. Great move flushing the pills! I kidded myself once by keeping a few around and relapsed. Cutting off all sources is vital. Good luck to you!
Whollymoly, keep it up!! Don't let anything get in between you and your goals. I took a lot of advice from people on this forum and it helped tremendously. 12 days in means withdrawal is over. Just keep yourself going by doing it one day at a time. Great move flushing the pills! I kidded myself once by keeping a few around and relapsed. Cutting off all sources is vital. Good luck to you!
Great job Taper...been following your posts. 1 month that's awesome. I'm only on day 12 but getting there. Like you I relapsed last month...only for 3 days then flushed 160 pills. whoa! Actually had to flush like 3x times but who's counting.
AWESOME!!!!!! Happy one month! Be VERY proud of yourself! Keep up the great work!
3 weeks down!! Best decision I made...
BTW, in case anyone hasn't seen ESPN's 30 for 30 on Chris Herren (former NBA player), you should check it out. They stream it on Netflix. Life of a basketball star that ruined his career because of drugs.
Happy holidays to all!
BTW, in case anyone hasn't seen ESPN's 30 for 30 on Chris Herren (former NBA player), you should check it out. They stream it on Netflix. Life of a basketball star that ruined his career because of drugs.
Happy holidays to all!
2 weeks now!!! Yahoooo for You..Remember I told you about all the info about this disease..maybe it is time to check it out or get some videos so your Wife can understand that it has nothing to do with her or anybody but you and your own disease..Good Job!!! Keep it up!!
Bless
Bless
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the Addiction: Substance Abuse Community
Is treating glaucoma with marijuana all hype, or can hemp actually help?
If you think marijuana has no ill effects on your health, this article from Missouri Medicine may make you think again.
Julia Aharonov, DO, reveals the quickest way to beat drug withdrawal.
Tricks to help you quit for good.
A list of national and international resources and hotlines to help connect you to needed health and medical services.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
