opiate detox

[ashes60751]

I have never used this site before today...but my current situation drove me to do something. I have been using opiates mostly oxycontin,but really anything I can get my hands on. Its been about 9 months of daily use, but I've had enough and decided to quit cold Turkey. Its harder than I thought. How long will this last and is there any way to relive some of these symptoms. Please help.

[Sonrissa]

No problem! Stay with us and feel free to post anytime with any questions or if you need any support! We can help every step of the way! Take care!

[ashes60751]

You are all so amazing. Im so glad I found this site. I don't have anyone to talk to so this is a huge blessing thank you all and I think tryingto pretend I have the flu will help

[bigt123]

just saw your posts an want to welcome you.i too am new to this site.about a week i guess.i read the comment from Bkitty an shes absolutely right,cuttin off contacts is essential.this week has been pure hell for me as well an havent done that great but here i sit back at the beginning of withdrawels again and im so disgusted with myself for givin in.i have posted my story maybe you could check it out.but in the meantime just know your not alone in this.alot of the people here have real good advice.my main thing for me is honesty. im embarassed that i have in my eyes,failed yet again.so being new here i just hope the people dont leave me and give up on me cause i am gonna do it.but one thing i wont do is say im clean if im not.so please hang in there and know there are people who know exactly wat your going thru an that care about ya.me included.

[Bkitty]

Ya sweetie you are in the thick of it now. I know exactly how you are feeling too. They gave you some great advice above on how to handle the symptoms but also pay attention to the mental part as well. Your body/brain is going to be screaming for those pills. Cut off ALL contacts. Trust me,,knowing that you "might" be able to get something will turn into you getting something. Unfortunately this is the part of this addiction that is the hardest to deal with-getting sober again. Its so worth feeling like sh*t for a week to have yourself back again. I promise. As another amazing member posts all the time (littlebits) keep telling yourself you have the flu. You've had the flu in the past right? You got thru it. You will get thru this. Hang in there ((hugs))~Bkitty

[catmagnet]

Lots of water, regular meals instead of eating on the run, balanced vitamins, exercise. Keep your mine occupied with hobbies and such. And keep posting. You can do this. And welcome aboard =)

[kyle505]

Sonrissa is correct - lots of water. Gatorade helped me. And avoid coffee in the evenings. I drank coffee in the morning but it did little - the fatigue you feel is a part of the detox. If you can't eat try Ensure. You need to get some kind of nourishment as soon as you can. Hot baths are good too. There are things to help, but bottom line - you have to go through detox. We all did; it may seem overwhelming now but IT IS NOT. My worry is you knowing that you can get pills. The craving will get worse.
Be strong. Keep posting.

[Sonrissa]

Stick to water! You sound like you are in the thick of it now! The worst for me was days 3-5, then it got much better! Just hang on and again read the Thomas Recipe! There are things to help you feel better! You can make it and are almost through the worst of it! If you can stay home tomorrow it would be good! Take care and post if you have any questions or need support!

[ashes60751]

I meant soooooo fatigued. Darn auto correct lol....

[ashes60751]

Im sweating, hot- cold, hot -cold, having bathroom issues, running nose, im talking dripping everywhere, irradiated, spookier fatigued....not sure if I should have coffee because I hears caffeine can make it worse. And im beginning to feel sick to my stomach...

[ashes60751]

Well my last pills were taken Tuesday around 8pm or so....it was 8 Vicodin. Over the past 6 months I was taking around 40mg of oxys a day or between 5 or ten Vicodin. Or 5 or 6 percs. I actually already cut off my strong contacts...I know I can still get them though. Thats the hardest part. Dealers don't really care about well being only money. But hopefully I can resist the urge all together. I knew I was doing something that would come with consequence but didn't know how bad it would be. I just want all this to be over I want my old self back :(

[kyle505]

How much were you using daily? That will have a lot to do with the severity of your detox. Having said that, most get through the bad physical part of withdrawal in 3 or 4 days. If you can call in sick for work tomorrow, you should do it. By Monday things should be at least manageable.
If you really want to do this, then be sure that you cut all sources. You've already thought about using - which is normal - and that temptation will only get stronger over the next few days. I've upset a few people by saying this early in their process, but if you have easy access to pills you probably won't succeed. Be strong. Don't listen to the voices, and keep posting.

[Sonrissa]

Hi ashes, and welcome! How long has it been since you last pill? What symptoms are you having? Just try to get through work and when you get home you can take some things to help you feel better! As suggested, read the Thomas recipe at the bottom of the page! There are vitamins and supplements that will help with the symptoms! Drink tons of water, Gatorade!  Immodium will help with bathroom issues! Just try to focus on your job! Take care and keep posting! Lots of great people here who can help and give you support! You can make it!!

[ashes60751]

Thanks for the encouraging words...I am at work right now and my symptoms just set in. I am finding it really hard not to find something to take because I can't leave work but its becoming unbearable to be here...don't know what to do :/

[fpvfembacktobreakfree]

hey mate n welcome.. to be just straight up its 5-7 days n the worst is mostly over then comes the mental battle youve come to the right place mate theres amazing people here there will be more people on soon who r truely amazing people i just wanted to let u know ur not alone mate....
look up the thomas recipe its at the bottom of the page it really helps good luck keep posting hugs from oz aj xoxo