how long does it usually last?

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the longest i have been without is 5 days it was horrible it felt like everyday got worse not better. i was in such pain i finally went to the er and got something...i think god how pathetic am i this is what i have turned in to my familky tries to be supportive but they just cant understand what it is like...i realize now i should have just fought through it i probably only had another 4-5 days of bad withdrawls left...i want to stop but i dont want to go through that again its horrible...i was reading about the waisman theory or whatever it is but i also heard it was unsafe? does anyone have any info on it or opinions im not sure which way to go c/t or tappering or trying meds...

gullysquid · Answer

I felt the same thing "How pathetic am i"? or how weak have I gotten? I'm on day 11. I'm trying to do goals,short and long. Things I'm going to do with my life. I did that a few times where you were sober for a couple days and then ya slip. At least your doing it! You seem motivated about this. Just stick to your guns! I write post it notes around my room. Just positive thoughts or phrases that will strengthen you. I pray a lot, exercise, long showers and I even try to cry, just to get feelings out. You can do it! I have found people on this website help a lot. At first I didn't think people really cared like they said in their post. But they do! I have learned that now because I see others struggling and I care and I want to help in any way I can. Think of yourself in a future sober positive way. What kind of person you will be,the goals you will achieve once your not a slave to this drug. I do not mean slave in a bad way but thats how I use to feel. I was my drugs b****! But I wont ever be that again! To me it's true misery to be addicted to something like this. It's a drawn out slow misery. Its gonna take some days that are the worst days ever it seems like. But just those days or weeks out of the rest of your life to be better are so worth it. To me it seems like the only option. I cant go back to that life. A happier life awaits you,you just gotta put in work for it.

Tab57 · Answer

It probably varies with the individual. My freind who I am helping support was very sick for about 10 days. He got some better after this. He is on day 17 and is feeling bad again today. He is addicted to Loratab. Hang in there as the pain will be worth it. It willl be painful for you but will be well worth it if you are successful in your recovery efforts. Let me know if I can do anything  for you.

hopeless955 · Answer

yeah i know...your prob. right because i have already cut my dose in half and the withdrawls are the same...so next week i will ct and i will make it...thanks so much

avisg · Answer

That so scary ...I think tapering would just make your WD seem really drawn out and make it harder on you and put more thoughts in your head that you can not do it .you can So next week you WILL do it and we will be here to help you threw ....

hopeless955 · Answer

yes I told you them how much i was taking....so ct is less painful? ima going to do it next week when i have a few days off work...im sooo ready to free of this once and for all

avisg · Answer

honestly I would hope a rapid detox center would not even consider doing it for Fiftymgs a day did you tell them how much you were using ? .I would either taper or CT off of it ...start going to some na meetings that will be a huge help and you are going to at some point have to bite the bullet and do it ... Tapering may not work for you it might prolong the wd and make it worse. Ct in the in would most likely be the least painful..We will help you threw any way we can you just have to take the first big step ....

dominosarah · Answer

You can and will get thru this.  You are stronger than you think.  We will be here to help you.......sara

hopeless955 · Answer

the first time i saw this forum was a few days ago and then for some reason i keep coming back to it...i decided to join today i am glad i did. it helps to know that i am not alone it gives me the strength to really just stop to know that i will get through this that i can be free of this addiction thats been controling my life for over a year now...thanks for the support it means alot

hopeless955 · Answer

i am taking about 40-50 milgrams a day...i have already cut down in half the last two months i was taking about 10 pills aday so i know i am making a little progress i actually called the place and they said it $$20,000 for five days. and im not sure if its safe i have read conflicting reports about it..im sure its safer to taper off...i do want it bad enough i just lack will power...which is crazy because i grew up with an acoholic mother i want to alanon meetings and aa with her so i know all about addiction and the one thing i vowed never to be was an addict yet here i am...
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dominosarah · Answer

When you are ready to really get clean you will move heaven and earth and do whatever it takes to get there.   It is no fun but we have abused our bodies and it has to heal.  This doesnt happen overnight.  There are things to do to be proactive during this time.  Supplements help, exercise, thinking positive and the most important one....aftercare.  The longer you use the worse it will get.  Getting clean is the easy part, staying clean is the hard one.  Dig deep and come out fighting.  You are worth it......sara

avisg · Answer

How much are you taking right now ....rapid detox is VERY expensive and it can be dangerous and alot of people come out feeling as bad is they went in .The first 5 to 7 days are the worst remember it one week out of your whole life you CAN do it if you want it bad enough ..

hopeless955 · Answer

i was reading on a website that drinking lots of waters and juices...taking ibprofen and tylonel and benadryl will help ease some of the symptoms...and theres a few meds your doctor can prescribe but they become addicting to...so im not sure exactly i know taking baths helped me a little and smoking weed helps ease the pain i heard to