OXY day 24 not getting any easier, 5-HTP and DHEA, do they help?

[sportnut]

Day 24 and things aren't really getting any easier, I have some questions about 5-HTP and DHEA.
I was in WalMart and I noticed something called DHEA, it said something about it elevating mood and energy as well.
I bought it and took it for the first time today. Anyone have any experience with this?
Also saw something called 5-HTP, I have seen some posts refer to this, any experience with it out there?

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but in my particular case this CT is not getting much easier.
I long for the good mood and smile again.

I am standing strong but d*mn what in the world can get me out of this funk????

This is starting to seem like weeks of a perfectly good summer are wasting away, maybe because I know another surgery is looming I want to get all in I can before October I don't know.
I am staying active but it is a half hearted effort, I was soo gung ho in the beginning.

There is no hiding it, co-workers, family members, the young athletes I'm around every day, heck even the girl who cuts my hair made a comment today, "is something wrong, is everyone ok, did I make you mad, you seem so down this isn't like you."
I have been trying to blow it off as a cold, working out too much, workload too much, running out of excuses, keep waiting to turn the corner on this adventure.

Staying clean is the right thing to do, I flushed 50 of these things a few weeks back so I don't have any but any alternative would be nice right now.


Ideas?

[NautyOne]

Hey, Hun......

I heard that the stuff you are taking can "make it worse"  stop taking it !!!  You will probably feel much better in a couple days........

I totally disagree with that stuff.  I think its irresponsible for people to throw this information.....Just my opinion.  I have heard cases like yours from past members.  They stopped taking it and felt much better in a couple-few days.

Throw it away!!

Luv,
Nauty...............

[ronny3]

I know this post is from yesterday, but i wouldnt recommend DHEA its a pro hormone thats used for different reasons.  Alot of bodybuilders use it mixed with other pro hormones to boost testosterone and sex drive...though it has many other uses i just wouldnt use it for mood, like others said it can raise our anxiety...

As far as the 5-HTP that could definately help you and is the better alternative...keep up the good work  and if you have any questions feel free to message me.

[rxqueen67]

Congrats on the 22 days clean! You may want to look at some aftercare, such as antidepressants, or anti anxiety meds. I cannot say that I have been where you are at, because I only got to day 2 CT and then went back. I am now on a weening schedule, but plan to get the amino acid vitamins this weekend and take them while I taper then in 2 weeks I will be CT. I wish you the best. If you feel the need, call a counselor or psychiatrist. They won't judge you, and they will give you the best aftercare possible.

[peaceinknowing]

I hope for the best in what you do. You were the one who brought me out of my "hump" when I thought my days here were over with WD and everything in between. Please stay strong, and know that this is merely the addiction calling to you at anytime it's able.

[mama23babies]

Sorry to hear that you are still stuggling too. I too have been following your posts.I am at day 31 and still have some depression, anxiety, and irritablility, but I have days where I feel great( I give my thanks to God for that) Hang in there it will get better!!

[GA Guy]

I have a couple of suggestions. First, as IBKleen alluded to...have you considered aftercare at all? I go to AA and NA meetings. I can actually go into the rooms feeling low and nervous and have an hour of serenity and peace...then come out and have a great day. Please, consider it. Also, for many people and antidepressant is indicated after some time clean and sober. However, it's suggested you're clean for 6-8 weeks before looking at this option. There's no shame in taking an appropriate antidepressant under a doctor's care.

[IBKleen]

The 5-HTP helped me a lot right after I was done with the physical withdrawal.

I need to ask you if you have considered some form of aftercare? Your disease is screaming at you right now and I hate to see you lose what you have worked so hard for.

[123456m]

`5-Htp may help but take it at night first it may make you a bit sleepy.
ITs a more natural way to raise your serotonin levels a bit.

DHEA can give you energy and can also make you very anxious.
I have used it before when I  would workout taking about 100mg of it.
Normally the pills are in 25 mg.
Personally I would try the amono acid l-troysine first starting with 1000 mgs.
The caps are normally 500mg I take 2 of them apart and put them in a shaker bottle of water. Its not that soluable but works well. Must be taken on a empty stomach if with food you will cancel its affects.
Peace

[revmo37]

Hey Sportnut,

  I've talked with you before and have been following your posts.
  I'm on day #22 myself from a 5 yr OXY habit, I quit cold turkey on July 7

  I'm still feeling some fatigue too but the only thing that seems to help is walking, even if I don't feel like it, and I've been taking some of those FRS health chews, the things that Lance Armstrong was taking during his Chemo... Theres not a ton of Caffiene in them but they seem to help.

  Still dragging *** myself but I'm looking forward to 30 days.

  Hang in there Bro

[ImGettingClean]

Hey there....I was @ 33 days off CT before I hit a brick wall (long story), but i'm back at it @ day 2....

I really like 5-HTP...i really feel like it helped with my mood! Even @ day 2, i feel like it's helping...it's not going to work overnight and depends on the person, but it's worth a shot...some say it takes 1-2 weeks to really feel the difference, but i felt it (or at least i thought i did) in like 4-5 days. around my 25th day, i was whistling when i was walking to my office and i can't remember the last time i did that...

all i can say is that it's worth a shot...the first month is a roller coaster ride (emotionally and physically)...once the physical WDs pass (usually 3-5 days), the mental part kicks in and that's the TOUGHEST to tackle...hang in there, you should be proud of yourself for getting to day 24...before you know it, you'll be celebrating 1 month!

it takes time...i know all one can do is think, "man, will i be like this forever without pills"and the answer is no...you will get better, it just takes time...

Nick