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I just want to say that I tip my cap to all of the people on this forum who are sticking it out and continuing their program to get off opiates. You all are very courageous and brave! I have just begun tapering and after cutting back just a teeny-weeny little bit, I am feeling the effects and it's kind of scary. No, make that just plain old downright scary! I'm afraid that I'm not going to have the guts to complete this taper and detox thing without chickening out and relapsing. It seems like such a long road I have ahead of me. I need some kind words of encouragement to let me know how to bear up and reach my goal without blowing the whole thing. Thanks!
Hi Jack , Everyone is the same when addicted same fear same panic .
The fear and panic are from the pills .
I am a 65 year old and used 100mg norco a day .
i am now on day#20 no pills.
This can be done ,
The fear was worse then the W/D for me . Once you start the fight you get stronger . Maybe the first few days are hard but by day 5-6 you will know you can beat this crap. Then it gets better day by day .
Could you afford to hire some one to help & watch over you for 3-4 days ?
You have come to the right place for help ... Ron
The fear and panic are from the pills .
I am a 65 year old and used 100mg norco a day .
i am now on day#20 no pills.
This can be done ,
The fear was worse then the W/D for me . Once you start the fight you get stronger . Maybe the first few days are hard but by day 5-6 you will know you can beat this crap. Then it gets better day by day .
Could you afford to hire some one to help & watch over you for 3-4 days ?
You have come to the right place for help ... Ron
Jack, initially I tried tapering a few years back. It was hard for me because thepills were always around. when I started to have withdrawal it was all to easy to make it go away with just a little more. I didn't get anywhere. The cycle kept on going. It was the right decision for me with cold turkey method. Though it did take me at least a week to flush those " just in case" pills away. Whichever you do, prepare yourself with the Thomas recipe. It will help! Best of luck... im cheering for you!
Here is what I am concerned about doing the taper.
1. I live alone. My wife passed away three and one-half years ago. No one in the house except me, so no in-person, minute-by-minute support at my side.
2. I want to get off the pills, but what am I going to do about the original back and leg pain? At least the pills keep me relatively pain free.
3. I'm not sure if my doc is going to agree with a slow taper. When I last called, he advised me to drop by 50 percent right off the bat. Are you kidding me?
4. Reading the posts of all the good people trying to beat this, and all the horrible withdrawal symptoms, has got me scared.
Finally, how do you know when your body has acclimated and it's time for another drop?
Sorry if this all seems negative, but it's what I've been constantly thinking about, and I would appreciate your advice.
1. I live alone. My wife passed away three and one-half years ago. No one in the house except me, so no in-person, minute-by-minute support at my side.
2. I want to get off the pills, but what am I going to do about the original back and leg pain? At least the pills keep me relatively pain free.
3. I'm not sure if my doc is going to agree with a slow taper. When I last called, he advised me to drop by 50 percent right off the bat. Are you kidding me?
4. Reading the posts of all the good people trying to beat this, and all the horrible withdrawal symptoms, has got me scared.
Finally, how do you know when your body has acclimated and it's time for another drop?
Sorry if this all seems negative, but it's what I've been constantly thinking about, and I would appreciate your advice.
Jack- What is it exactly that you think will cause you to not see this taper through? If you really want to be free of the pills, you can do this. I know it seems like a long process but it took you a while to get to this point. And it really is a far better way, physically, to get clean.
Remember, a proper taper is cutting back a small amount over a long period of time. So, drop a little and wait for your body to acclimate before dropping more. I tapered from a very large amount of pills (barbiturates) and was successful. It's now been over two years. There are a few tricks to it but it's all about changing routines and getting support and treatment while going through the process. Good luck!
Remember, a proper taper is cutting back a small amount over a long period of time. So, drop a little and wait for your body to acclimate before dropping more. I tapered from a very large amount of pills (barbiturates) and was successful. It's now been over two years. There are a few tricks to it but it's all about changing routines and getting support and treatment while going through the process. Good luck!
congratulations Jack! Nothing to add to what's been said except to say that there are great people on this site willing to give good advice and encouragement.
Be strong.
Be strong.
Hi Jack, you can do this! Come up with a solid plan and stick to it! You are much less likely to relapse if you have no access to any pills! That, is most important! Set yourself up for success. Make sure you are well prepared with things that will help with the symptoms. Check out the Thomas Recipe! Take care of any business ahead of time and just hunker down for a few days of the flu! Keep posting with any questions and for support! You will get support every step of the way!
Take care! Wishing you all the best!
Take care! Wishing you all the best!
I did a taper and at each drop yes I felt slight wds, I just kept it in the back of my mind that it could be minor wds every week or blow it and have to go cold turkey and it be ten times worse. Everyone of us are different in what we can put ourselves thru and I knew this was my only chance to taper and I wasn't going blow it.
Best of luck to you and what you decide to do :-)
Best of luck to you and what you decide to do :-)
I agree with Tim and Candy. Tapering is difficult because you may not be able to trust yourself to do it. If you have someone that can dole them out to you and won't cave when you ask for more...it might work. Like Candy, I am a fan of cold turkey. I say block out the time needed to do it, get your supplies, make up your mind, and get on with it.
I do know that it depends on what you are taking and how much. I was taking hydrocodone. It wasn't that difficult for me to make the decision to quit. I had withdrawal and about a month of lethargy, but feel great now. It was the best decision I have ever made.
Congratulations to those who have quit, and Jack, sending best wishes and support to you. Don't be afraid. You can do it. Post often and let us know how you are doing.
I do know that it depends on what you are taking and how much. I was taking hydrocodone. It wasn't that difficult for me to make the decision to quit. I had withdrawal and about a month of lethargy, but feel great now. It was the best decision I have ever made.
Congratulations to those who have quit, and Jack, sending best wishes and support to you. Don't be afraid. You can do it. Post often and let us know how you are doing.
I'm not sure I can add anything to what Tim said because he said it so well. Jack, you will meet many people here and read many sucess stories and it will help to encourage you and hopefully help you to relax and stay calm. It all will pass and it is so worth it!! I know its scary but try to focus on the fact that you will feel better soon and the alternative is ultimately death. You must be committed and determined and don't stop fighting and don't use. You can do this!! Congratulations Tim on your recovery!! I am a huge fan of ct myself, I don't like to see someone prolong their symptoms and drag it out when they know they have a desire to stop. Make your mind up Jack, get prepared and do it, take control of your life again and I promise you this you will feel things like you never have and you will be so happy and feel so much better than you can even imagine right now. Best of luck!! Looking forward to seeing your post of days clean. I'm on day 32 and I'm sleeping again, have energy and feeling great!!
Jack, firstly you have made a brave decision yourself, it is probably the best done you have ever made. I am 43 days clean myself after 12 years of abuse. I tried everything in the past including rehab and 2 years of suboxone etc etc. What is different this time? Firstly I was totally honest with all my family, my doctor and luckily received their support. Then I flushed all my supplies and cut ties with anyway I could get them. I went cold turkey and my family supported me I am not going to lie to you it wasnt pleasant and I suffered however I held on and each day got a little better. Now even after 6 weeks I realise it was the best move I ever made. I am starting to laugh, to feel again and to live life. I am a realist and realise I still have a long road ahead and it wont be easy but I am getting the correct help to address the reasons for my addictions and when things are bad I just hold on then eventually they start to get better. I wish you all the love and luck in the world . It will be hard but by god it WILL be worth it. You will get lots of love and support here on this forum . So keep posting your progress and once again good luck and god bless. TIM
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