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please help!!!
I have been on lortab 10s for about 2.5 yrs now i am sick of this addiction i am in so much debt and i have small kids i have a husband who knows about it and he has told me that he would be here for me when i want to stop well i am past ready i have went 2 days before without anything and it was complete hell i think what got to me the most was shakes,cold sweats,body aches it was awful my question is how do i deal with this i have looked at the thomas reipie and im gonna try that i know it want be easy but i just dont want to live like this anymore i want my life back oh and i have been taking about 12 lortab 10s a day thanks everyone
Programs like Dr. Hulia's can be very helpful in terms of getting someone straight from detox--particular from the more difficult withdrawal drugs like methadone and suboxone--and straight on to naltrexone as soon as possible.
Doing naltrexone together with NA or other intensive therapy really increases your chances o staying clean. Naltrexone blocks the opiate receptors and reduces cravings.
You should take it for a while so it can help you through post-acute withdrawal syndrome. So many addicts are good at staying clean for several months when suddenly PAWS comes on and once again they relapse. Naltrexone helps kep that from happening, breaking what must be a very discouraging cycle.
Having said that, I know Vivtrol is very expensive. Naltrexone pills are a much cheaper alternative, but you have to take them every day. If you have someone who can make sure that happens, it is definitely worth giving it a shot--in my book anything nonaddictive that reduces the chance of relapse and repeated withdrawals merits serious consideration.
Doing naltrexone together with NA or other intensive therapy really increases your chances o staying clean. Naltrexone blocks the opiate receptors and reduces cravings.
You should take it for a while so it can help you through post-acute withdrawal syndrome. So many addicts are good at staying clean for several months when suddenly PAWS comes on and once again they relapse. Naltrexone helps kep that from happening, breaking what must be a very discouraging cycle.
Having said that, I know Vivtrol is very expensive. Naltrexone pills are a much cheaper alternative, but you have to take them every day. If you have someone who can make sure that happens, it is definitely worth giving it a shot--in my book anything nonaddictive that reduces the chance of relapse and repeated withdrawals merits serious consideration.
This doctor is hilarious, I couldn't even read the rest of her message, don't let anyone tell you there is no way to detox from home, that you have to do it in rehab, that's a bunch of crap, I did it on my own and was taking same amount as person who started thread. Don't buy into garbage people say, if you want to quit, and are ready, make it happen, nothing g will stop you. Y poo I got this
This doctor is hilarious, I couldn't even read the rest of her message, don't let anyone tell you there is no way to detox from home, that you have to do it in rehab, that's a bunch of crap, I did it on my own and was taking same amount as person who started thread. Don't buy into garbage people say, if you want to quit, and are ready, make it happen, nothing g will stop you. Y poo I got this
Where do i find this SAM-e
I know my situation is not as complicated as Everyone here. I was on antidepressants for 2 years until i had an overdose. That was enough for me! Started decreasing slowly and started reading a lot. I found out about SAM-e ( compound in ur body) that has been use to fight withdrawal symptoms in addicts. It is sold over the counter even though in the rest of the world u find it as a prescription only!
So far things ate going well. Day 5 with very mild symptoms. I believe this compound has HELPED A LOT AND I WANT OTHER PEOPLE TO GET HELP AS WELL!
Also taking aminoacids, 5htp, valerian ( valerin)
Good luck!
So far things ate going well. Day 5 with very mild symptoms. I believe this compound has HELPED A LOT AND I WANT OTHER PEOPLE TO GET HELP AS WELL!
Also taking aminoacids, 5htp, valerian ( valerin)
Good luck!
I too am STRUGGLING with wanting to quit. I take 8 5/325 a day. It's consuming my life. NO ONE knows. It's my big dirty secret. I wish you good luck
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
There is really no easy way of detoxing from home. Realization that you have hit the bottom sometimes makes your determination to get clean more serious and lets you get the the tough points of withdrawals with the help of your commitment. The road up is not easy.
I have dealt with hundreds of addicts who have all told me horror stories of doing it by themselves. I would only guess that if are successful in doing it at home you don't end up in my clinic.
Just in case you are curious, it takes us three to four days to detox a patient and get him/her back home drug free and feeling well on Naltrexone therapy (no opiates). I know we help many people get clean and stay clean,
At home, the basic technique is to take less and less every day by cutting down by about half a pill every one or two days until you are down to nothing. 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.
Clonidine is very helpful for the creepy-crawly feeling and control of blood pressure variations. 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 time - two to four 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.
Take a look at my blogs about options for detox and recovery. You may also take a look at my clinic website where I also have my blogs and a lot of other info about drug addiction and recovery. Look especially into the blog and the info on Naltrexone therapy after getting clean. It really improves your chances of staying clean for good by cutting down your physical cravings. Look into my clinic website as well. All this can be done by clicking on my name in blue and on clinic logo.
There is a injectable form available now that is covered by all major medical insurances called Vivitrol that you would need to get only once monthly to stay clean. Just keep it in mind for the future. Good luck to you.
I have dealt with hundreds of addicts who have all told me horror stories of doing it by themselves. I would only guess that if are successful in doing it at home you don't end up in my clinic.
Just in case you are curious, it takes us three to four days to detox a patient and get him/her back home drug free and feeling well on Naltrexone therapy (no opiates). I know we help many people get clean and stay clean,
At home, the basic technique is to take less and less every day by cutting down by about half a pill every one or two days until you are down to nothing. 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.
Clonidine is very helpful for the creepy-crawly feeling and control of blood pressure variations. 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 time - two to four 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.
Take a look at my blogs about options for detox and recovery. You may also take a look at my clinic website where I also have my blogs and a lot of other info about drug addiction and recovery. Look especially into the blog and the info on Naltrexone therapy after getting clean. It really improves your chances of staying clean for good by cutting down your physical cravings. Look into my clinic website as well. All this can be done by clicking on my name in blue and on clinic logo.
There is a injectable form available now that is covered by all major medical insurances called Vivitrol that you would need to get only once monthly to stay clean. Just keep it in mind for the future. Good luck to you.
Ywf: thank you for your encouraging words your very sweet i do have my family I am so thankful for them I am gonna do this one way or another I just wish I wasn't so scared
Thisminute: I am also gonna try and start tapering today I'm glad you commented I was starting to feel alone there for a minute but we can do this together keep me posted on how your doing and I'll do the same
Shame will keep you stuck. It happens to the best of people. Nobody sits back and decides they want this for there life. You made a mistake. Forgive yourself.
You already have the desire, you have the family you want to do it for. You have the support of your husband. Your much further ahead than alot of people. The only thing holding you back is the fear. You can't know if you don't try. Do whatever it takes. Talk to Dr's see what they can give you to help ease the agony. Speak to other addicts who have been through it so at the very least you know what to expect. You've already made a great first step by coming here. It won't be easy but it will be worth it.
I have the same situation I have been taking 10-15 hydro's for a few years, I am so ashamed, yet no one knows except the person I buy from, so I have spent an enormous amount of money and I want to stop it, but I am scared to death. I am starting today to taper, but I fear when they are gone I will want them....I know how you feel, but I just don't know how.
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