wds?

[lostlamb]

It has been over 18 hours since last dose of Norco and still waiting for wds. I was able to sleep although I took a natural sleep aide melatonin. I was just wondeeing when all hell is going to break and how hard.  I have been on pins and needles since I woke up this morning.  I do feel a little muscle ache but nothing bad and a little sweating nothing like having to change clothes. Should I be saying it has not happened yet? Thanks! Kay

[lostlamb]

Thank you everyone.  I am just going to get out of this house! Come what nay! There is life outside this house!!!!!! Blessings ito all and let's live!! Kay

[lostlamb]

Thank you everyone.  I am just going to get out of this house! Come what nay! There is life outside this house!!!!!! Blessings ito all and let's live!! Kay

[rockbottom1970]

It must be the mental side because you are not feeling anything physical yet.  I'm new to the site and I'm sure the more experienced members will be offering their advice.  Know that you are not alone. I barely slept 2 hours yesterday and if it happens again tonite I will be here with you.  I pray that your Wd's are very mild, my thoughts are with you.  Sending good vibes...K.J

[Baker3336]

Just try to deal with the here and now..I know it's tough but go one moment at a time. You could make it worse by freaking out about what's to come when maybe you might get off easier than most. Who knows? Just try to stay positive. The power of positive thinking is stronger than u might think. Good luck.

[lostlamb]

Thank you for answering me. Now I know it is crazy, but I am obsessing on the wds and scared of the night.  Is this the mental side of this??? Oh Lord please help me.

[rockbottom1970]

Hey I'm glad to see your still waiting around.  I know the wait is the worst but it doesn't have to be.  The first time I tried to kick I heard all the horror stories and I sat around waiting for all hell to break loose but It didn't really get that bad.  Each WD's differently,  the next couple of times I kicked got worse for me with this last one being really bad.  I'm finishing up on day 3 today and this one was not a cake walk by far.  It was really tough but like someone said above you may have a mild one, try not to dwell on whats going to happen and just deal with it when and if it happens.  No matter what though I will be following your progress if you ever need anything just post.  Good luck! I'm rooting for you, you can do this!

[dman560]

Lostlamb you're doing fine it's all normal. I've been 22 days no pills and 5 days no sub the first couple days I stressed so much over wd's and they were nothing I couldn't handle.  I looked all over the Internet and the wd symptoms are what they are some have them worst than others.  Watch some movies walk outside with music try not to think.  You will be better no matter what!  Anytime you think something negative picture the word STOP and outline it in your mind, it sounds stupid but it helps me everyday then I try to focus else where.  God bless you, you can and will do it!

[Dav125]

Yes, its part of the mental..Thats why I mention trying to make a things to do list or any other distractions you can come up with to circumvent the obsession part..These pills really do screw with a persons head and breaking that thought process of the pills saying "you need me" is real tough if you sit and dwell in it..Maybe take a brisk walk if you can as that will help....

[lostlamb]

Thank you for answering me. Now I know it is crazy, but I am obsessing on the wds and scared of the night.  Is this the mental side of this??? Oh Lord please help me.

[Dav125]

Normally the wd's start in the 12 to 20 hrs window if they are going to be intense..If your not experiencing any major symptoms yet, you may get lucky and feel rundown some for a couple of weeks..There have been a few people in here recently that were expecting the worse and landed up with mild symptoms..Just a word of advice on this though..Try not to dwell on the wd's or the lack of them..Make a list of busy work you can do and stop worrying about the wd's and start focusing on getting all this behind you..Tonight should let you know if your going to have any rough symptoms..About 6 or 8 hrs from now..That will give you an idea of what the next couple of days will be like....And remember Immodium..If you start having stomach cramps along with frequent trips to the toilet, the immodium will help bigtime...Wishing you the best...Dav

[Baker3336]

I'm on day 11 off the norcos. I'm surprised your not feeling worse than you are. That could be a good sign. Maybe the wds won't hit you as hard as they could. My wds started right when I would usually take my next dose. Day 3 was the worst though just get through 3 or 4 days and then the physical part just gets better every day. I still am not getting more than 4 or 5 good hours of sleep but am waking with more energy than I had when I was on the meds. My appetite is kicking big time(I need to be careful with that). All in all I'm so glad I quit that crap. I did have a script for my back pain even though my pain is moderate, I had a script waiting for me too, and I just decided not to go get it. It was tough but probably the best decision I have ever made. It's a wonderful feeling waking up in the morn and not thinking about when I need to take my norcos. Just be patient with it, pretend you have the worst kind of flu and just get through it. Good luck, it can be done.