Vicodin WD HELP!

[Ann2497]

I am down to 1/4 of a pill per day.  How long should I stay at this level?  I have many WD symptoms, chills, sneezing, heart pounding, ANXIETY, loss of appetite, exhaustion.  How will exercise help?  I have been taking pain medicine off and on for 17 years.  I know there are a lot of knowledgeble individuals on this board.  PLEASE help!

[gnarly_1]

im so happy everything worked out for you....I know it would keep going and post often for support.......Gnarly

[Ann2497]

I am not taking anything.  Today is my 5th day clean.  No real symptoms just woke up early but I am going to the gym so it isn't such a bad thing.

You can do this and you will be so happy you did.  The clarity in thinking alone is worth it.   All the other pluses are an added bonus.   Your body will thank you.

[satiniair206]

Thanks for all the info on Clonidine. I think I could have used it a few weeks ago but I think I am past the heavy WD.  I had a weird night last night. The 1/2 did not help much. Ending up waking up around 230 and felt anxiety. Took 2 more melatonin + 1 5htp and went back to bed. I am considering doing a trial run by taking nothing tonight other than Tylenol . I will wait about an hour and half to decide as that is dose time.

How much are you doing right now? The sweating is normal, had that about 3 weeks ago- it will go away on it's own after awhile. congrats to Dane...I am not too far behind you. How long did it take for you to feel better again???

[Ann2497]

Congrats Dane on your successful taper!  That is GREAT!

Hawke - if you can get some Clonidine from your doctor that would be great.  However, it sounds like you work full time.  The Clonidine made me sleepy and exhausted.  It also made it hard to walk.  I know everyone has different experiences but it definitely made it difficult for me to stand up for any length of time.

This morning was weird.  I had some sweating and overall felt like crap.  It got better after eating a banana and having some coffee.  Still trying to balance watching my weight with maintaining a pill free life.

SLEEP or EXERCISE??  That is what I am dealing with right now.  In order to exercise I need to get up early in the morning. However, I much rather sleep.  What is more important in my recovery?  I am not sure what to do and I can't ask anyone but my friends on this board.  Thanks in advance.

[Dane74]

Hi, I just wanted to let you know how my taper went with all the advice and guidance i received from medhelp.  I tapered for 4 or 5 weeks i dont remember from percs.  I went went from 10- 12 day habit and dropped down fairly slow and tried to spread out as long as possible between doses.  I made the "JUMP" when i was down to a half a perc a day.  I had all the WD's anyway and all the advice i received was time to take the plunge.  I just wanted to share my experience with you, i hope it helps:)  My advise, flush what ever you have left and be done, i know its scary believe me, but it has to be done..Right?  Best of luck to you.....Dane

[jt877]

There r non addictive meds that your dr can give you to get through the wd's, including, but not limited to Clonidine. I could not have gotten through the HELL of wd's without my doctors help!!! Im not saying people cant kick this terrible habit on their own, im just saying that if u feel the wd's r to bad, and u think u may cave to get relief, GO TO YOUR DR. INSTEAD!!!!