excedrine Addiction

[kbsd]

Looking to find others struggling with the perplexing addiction to Excedrin. Been hooked on it for roughly 15 years. Have tried to stop many times but haven't been able to stay off. Health effects scare me and I'd really like to stop. Would help to hear what others have tried.

[helpmepls18]

I am curious, have you quit taking excedrin? i too am addicted to excedrin and have been for about 3 years. isnt much but i dont want it to turn to more. i have tendonitis in both shoulders that i cant seem to get rid of...thinking it may be more. i get bad headaches daily that last pretty much 24-7. and i also sprained my back 3 years ago and never took physical therapy (which the back pain started it all). i take up to 15-20 a day in doses of 4 at a time. i cant seem to shake the addiction. when i try to stop taking them i get really tired and run down, headaches get worse, my whole body aches, and flu-like symptoms. does anyone have any suggestions?

[kbsd]

Irritability, nausea, flu-like symptoms, headaches.

In addition to physical dependence though the addiction is also psychological. Whenever something pisses me off or stresses me out, I always want to take a pill!

[kbsd]

Yes.

[TrayCee]

what symptoms are you haveing when you try to quit?

[wannawean]

Are you talking about OTC excedrin w/ Tylenol caffeine and ASA?