Hyrdrocodone withdrawals

[Bang615]

Hey all! I am new to this forum and was hoping for some good advice. I made a horrible choice almost 3 years ago to self medicate dental pain. It started taking one occasionally to the last 6 months taking 10 10mgs (atleast) on a daily basis. I knew I was ruining my life and have quit cold turkey for the 4th time. I took my last 5mgs around noon on Thursday the 2nd. It is now the 6th. How much longer will I feel like death? Although I have done this before I can't really remember anything but the fog. Mentally I am stronger than the times before bc I want to quit, for myself if no other reason. Before it was just quitting to save money or not go through the "hunt" to find some. If anyone else is in the same position as myself I would love any advice given. Thank you in advance

[Ihatedrugs48]

I also was taking norcos 10/325 for 3 years before that tramadol I've been clean off norcos 13 days this is what helps drink gallons of water I mean a lot but pee cause drinking a lot water can be harmful if you don't pee workout for 25 min everyday cardio I can't believe how much this helps it releases endorphins take Xanax if you can I did not i weened myself off to 1/4 pill for 3 days then you have to ween quickly or it takes forever and the best help has been my electric blanket I wrap my body tightly in it all night long and all day take hot baths you can do this pills are the devil god bless and good luck oyea and pray

[Julia M Aharonov, DO]

You have not been on the opiate for long enough to have too much problem simply tapering, however if you do have some symptoms of withdrawals, here are some suggestions depending on severity:
See if your doctor can write you a prescription for some Requip for restlessness, Neurontin for anxiety and malaise, some Flexeril or Soma for a few weeks for muscle spasms and maybe some Seroquel low dose, for sleep. It will make your withdrawals easier.  Valerian and Magnesium is sometimes helpful remedies over the counter.
The residual symptoms of insomnia and depression can last another few months. Thus, it is not easy, but it gets better and better over time and you can look forward to a drug free healthy energetic you in the future. When you take opiates for a long time like you have, your body's physiology has been altered. Your central nervous system has created a multitude of opioid receptors that all are screaming for endorphins (opiates) to fill them, but your body has now forgotten how to make them by itself.  It will take a bit of  time - a few weeks at least, for your receptors to down-regulate (for the brain begin to heal) and to start making its own endorphins. Brain heals pretty slowly, so it may take you as long as a couple of months to get rid of feelings of sluggishness, restlessness and depression. The best thing you can do is take good care of yourself, eat healthy food, stay hydrated, keep active and busy. Stay away from sugar, soda, and simple carbs. Do not consume caffeine at least 6 hours prior to bedtime. You will be feeling better before you know it.
However, it sounds like you are able to get clean, but not able to stay clean for long. I am a big believer in post withdrawal long term Naltrexone therapy. And that is exactly what Vivitrol is - injectable Naltrexone that is slowly release into your system over a month period. It allows your brain to heal and slowly restructure itself back to its original pristine condition. It will also let your psyche to become used to being sober and clean as a "new normal".  Talk to your doctor about it. If your physician does not prescibe it, go on Vivitrol.com site to find a doctor who does in your area. It is usually completely covered by insurance.  If it sounds like I am pushing for it, I am, but not because I get a kick back (I don't) but because it works. As long as you are on Naltrexone, you will be clean.
I have written several blogs on this exact matter. You can reach them by clicking on my name and then following that to blogs.
It would be a very good decision for you to get on a long term Naltrexone therapy by getting a Vivitrol shot for at least six months if not longer. Good luck to you and best wishes.