help for my son

[jsmom718]

Hi All, I have been reading many of the posts here. I stumbled across this forum while searching for something else but so happy that I did. My son (21) has recently admitted to me (although I knew for a couple years) that he is addicted to Oxycontin. I just don't know how many ml a day he is taking. His life recently spiraled out of control and he is left to almost nothing now. I thank God for that because now he wants to change. Basically the only way to go from here is up.
Anyhow, he wants to get off the drugs. He has planned that he is going to stay at my house during his WD because he cannot hang out with his friends during that time. His plan is to use Methadone for a few days. He states he needs someone to regulate the dosage so that he is not tempted to take more than the recommended dosage. I am nervous about it because I don't know what to expect. Is he going to get violent with me? Are the chances of him getting addicted to Methadone too great? Many posts have helped ease some of my anxiety about this but anything you can offer would be great. I have also noted some alternatives in this forum to Methadone. What do you think? Thanks for your help

[jsmom718]

oh, good idea. Carnation instant breakfast is good too. Thanks. I have protein but just don't have the energy to make it :)
My son started working out today too. He used to be very strong but today he found out just how weak he became, so he has set a new goal now to get back to lifting as much as before. That and working on his car has kept and will continue to keep him busy :)

[dominosarah]

Get some Ensure or something like that and drink it.  You have to take care of yourself  otherwise you will be no good to anyone if you get sick.  Keep us updated on how it is going......sara

[jsmom718]

Thank you. he does know this is a side effect that will get better but it causes him to be up most of the night. I am trying to take care of myself but it is hard sometimes. I don't get enough sleep either because I worry about him and I am not eating much because I am worried about him getting all his nutrition to get healthy so I cook for him but it is hard for me to eat. I am also paranoid now that he will go back to it. So make sure to keep us in your prayers. It is far from over but looking up nonetheless and better than it has been in years.
Thank you

[jsmom718]

Hi, the last methadone he took was .5 mg on Thursday morning. So far the only problems going on are insomnia and anxiety which is why he is still doing the xanax. I hope it subsides enough to stop that. Other than that no withdrawls. I honestly think the detox procedure done from the health and wellness doctor played a big part. I will keep you posted. Thanks

[dominosarah]

The anxiety is no fun at all but it does get better with time.  Make sure you are taking care of yourself too.........

[gnarly_1]

HI im happy to here he is sticking it out....the anxiety was my worst symptom so I know how he feels it will get better with time...how did he do on the methadone today did he take any or did he give it up??im hoping he has stoped taking it..so he can get threw the withdrawals
and be done with it...keep posting your in my prayers.....Gnarly