Currently Detoxing

[kk1303]

I've been taking 80 mg of Oxycontin a day plus 8-10 Norco a day for my Interstitial Cystitis. I am only prescribed 40 mg of Oxy/day and only 4 Norco a day. Its evident I am building up way too much of a tolerence & addiction. I am currently detoxing. I quit the oxy cold turkey after taking my last pill 2 days ago. I am weening myself off the Norco by taking 1 less pill each day. I feel like hell. I was reading posts about people quitting cold turkey...I can only imagine those withdrawals symptoms. After these last few pills I have, I don't have any more refills so I feel strong enough to quit in this manner. I also don't know any drug dealers so I won't be tempted to buy off the street. But, I found this forum when searching for "natural ways to help with detoxing." No one knows about my current addiction...not even my fiance whom I live with. He thinks I was taking the meds as prescribed. I've been in bed for about 48 hours now with cold sweats and a messed up stomach. Any advice to get me thru this is greatly appreciated!

[kyle505]

I think you're right. On day four I started eating; I was very hungry and although I was concerned about getting sick, I still ate as much as I could. I didn't get sick, and felt much better the next day. I believe the food made the difference. I'm glad you're doing so well.

[kk1303]

I had some more spinach/chicken alfredo tonight & some mashed potatos. I haven't thrown up once since I've gone thru detox. I feel that making myself eat throughout it has helped me to recover faster.

[kyle505]

Wow! Fantastic progress! I am very proud of you...Just remember to continue to take things in stride; you can look forward to great days, and then not so great days, you know, life. So, if you're not feeling "chipper" when you get up for class tomorrow, don't fret. Decide if you can go, and if not, don't. If you can you will have jumped another hurdle.

[kk1303]

I just wanted to say that I just washed 3 days of dishes by hand, washed my dog, took a shower, and just put in a load of laundry. I also had my first solid bowel movement today, which we all know how exciting THAT is. And this is probably tmi, but I think it means I've come a long way, but my fiance & I were intimate today & I  enjoyed it! It just means a lot to me that I'm  starting to feel normal again & its only day 3! I'm gonna set my alarm (not that I'm counting on getting much sleep) but I'm gonna get up at 6:30 am and try to go to class tomorrow. Hopefully I will continue feeling better and better!

[kk1303]

I got some valerian root & it said to take 3 capsules so I did, and nothing. Is it ok to take more or can u overdose on it. Those of u who took it while detoxing, how much did u take?

[Sharon0255]

hang in there you are in my prayers. Days 1 and 2 were tough for me but by day 5 I was able to do a few things.

[lulu747]

The melatonin and valerian root are better than any sleep med OTC or other...Because they are natural.  I saw a detox doctor who told me melatonin must be taken when the sun goes down in order to effectively regulate your sleep/wake schedule...So don't wait until right before bed.

You're doing great doll-keep it going...Lu

[kyle505]

Melatonin is what I was suggesting. I've been using it, take it on a fairly empty stomach about 45 min before I go to bed (per the pharmacist). It isn't perfect, but it helps. And absolutely talk to your doc before trying anything new. I emailed mine about the amino acid protocol and he told me all but one of the products I wanted to use was fine.

[kk1303]

My dr told me I shouldn't take sleep aids with the clonidine. I've been taking meletonin & velerian root but hasn't worked for me. It does calm me down tho, so that's  good at least.

[kyle505]

Lulu is right about the sleep thing. But, and I'm in the middle of it, you do learn to adapt fairly quickly. For me, I sleep, wake up, sleep, wake up, etc., throughout the night. On good nights I'll average maybe 7 hours, but it is broken. Having said that, I learned to cope, and actually feel more alert because I don't have the crap in my system. Like Lulu said, don't think about it; take a mild OTC sleep aid and just enjoy the hours that you get. You are really ahead of the curve right now. Great job.

[lulu747]

I am so proud of you...You are doing great(:

Umm...The sleep might take awhile...You gotta be patient.  Try not to focus on it as it makes things worst.  Trust me.  Your body will give in and sleep when it needs to.  I am so happy you have the love and support of your family around you-mine were a godsend.  Keep going girl...You are doing awesome...Lu

[kk1303]

Everyone says day 3 is the worst, but i'd say days 1 and 2 were way worse than today. I just ate a kolache & had a glass of chocolate milk. I then walked with my mom to the mailbox & back (my parents have a long drive way out in the country.) I'm gonna try to keep eating today so I can continue getting strength back. All I want now is sleep! When does the sleep come back? Haha seriously tho...when will I finally sleep?

[kyle505]

Congratulations! I knew you could do it. You are not alone...I had a similar "emotional" experience in my day 3; my wife and daughter had to go out of state, over night. I didn't think I'd be able to get through the day without them, and I was dreading the night. Needless to say, all was fine.
Tomorrow should be a wee bit better; getting out is good - you'll have to decide on going to class and your interview, but I can assure you that when you've completed either one or the other, or both, you'll feel good about yourself. Keep eating, vitamins, etc. Great job.

[kk1303]

Hello everyone. I'm starting day 4 of no oxys and day 3 of no norcos. I feel weak & a little dizzy, but that's most likely from lack of sleep. I ended up eating 2 pieces of toast in the middle of the night & a banana about 30 min ago. My dad just picked me up from the house bc my fiance has to work today. So I won't be alone today. I'm feeling a lot less body withdrawals today. My lower back & my legs cramp from time to time, but other than that nothing...no more burning skin or hot/cold flashes. I had a minor emotional time when I was laying in bed with my fiance & realized I wouldn't be with him today. But I know the over emotional stuff is just a part of it all. I'm gonna see how today goes & if it keeps getting better, I'm gonna try to go to class in the morning. I also have my interview tomorrow at 4.

[gnarly_1]

its time to force the magnesium.....epsom salt in the bath helps this also supplement magnesium and potassium bananas are a good natural sorce but that will help the leg cramps other then that how you feel.....im sorry your up but it is typical not to sleep wile detoxing.......Gnarly    

[kyle505]

Try an OTC pain med. It will work; vitamins help, make sure you're drinking a lot. A hot pad, bath, etc., helps. Today is almost over. Try eating another banana. Relax. You are almost there.

[kk1303]

I just woke up. I slept about 2 hours. I've made it past a day and a half. My legs from my knees down are starting to ache quite badly.

[kyle505]

Good. As long as your stomach can handle it, keep eating. It will help with you physically feeling better, and that is another milestone. You should take a look back over your posts - already you'll see progress, something to keep you going and to be proud of.

[kk1303]

I just ate a plate of bowtie pasta with spinach alfredo & chicken. I wasn't hungry but I made myself eat. I think making myself eat makes it a little better bc it takes away some of my weakness. I hate feeling like a fragile 90 yr old woman. So I made myself eat.

[kyle505]

Enjoy it. As the days progress, and it is now almost the end of today (good job), you will experience less anxiety and panic. The little things that would have set you in a spin on day 2 will be nothing on day 4, and so on. I'm not that far ahead of you that I can't vividly recall all that you are going through. Sometimes a smell will send me back to my day 2; strange.
Anyway, keep checking in. There are a lot of people cheering you on; we keep looking for your posts to see how you're doing. Share with your fiancé; I kept my wife updated, and although she's never been through detox, it was good for me to talk out the feelings that I had kept inside (event when I rambled, she sat and listened).

[kk1303]

I just wanted to update & say I don't have anxiety right now...for the first time today!

[lulu747]

KK-
I am so proud of you..You are doing great!  Tears are healing darlin'..let em flow!  It's another way to get rid of the poison in your system....As for the panic attacks...Deep breaths....All the way down to your belly.  Inhale for 6 counts through your nose and then exhale through your mouth and imagine all the pain and suffering exiting your body.  I do this many times a day.  It really helps more than anything other than exercise.  Don't lay in bed if you can help it-try the couch, floor, curl up in a chair...Just be gentle with yourself and hang on....It's going to get better slowly and then it's going to get A LOT better....Just hang on....
Big hug...
Lu

[kyle505]

Toast and a banana! You are way ahead of where I was when I detoxed...I didn't start eating, if you call picking eating, until I was half way in to day 4. So, this is a good thing. When you are able to get food in to your body, you start better managing the emotions, panic, etc., or at least it helped me. And, eating is another landmark in your detox journey. Keep going. Keep posting.  

[kk1303]

I ate a piece of toast this morning with blueberry spread. Just now I managed to eat a banana. I never had an appetite, but I made myself eat both today. I took a shower then laid in the tub for a bit. I've been trying to watch tv to take my mind off everything but its extremely hard to focus on whatever I'm watching. Currently the panic attacks and crying episodes are bothering me more than the physical withdrawal symptoms.