Withdrawals from Roxy HELP

[readytoquit184]

Hi,
I've been on Roxy 15 and 30's for about 2 years, which recently I've been up to 180mg per day. I stopped CT 48 hours ago. My question is will the withdrawals be worse before they get better still? I'm asking because about 5-6 years ago I was doing methadone, 120 mg per day, OxyContin 80 (3 at a time) on top the methadone maybe every week or so, plus heroin when I couldn't find methadone... Needless to say I had a BAD ADDICTION! I went to detox but checked out within 1 day b/c I made the mistake of having OxyContin 80's still at my house. Two months later I quit my job and went CT on EVERYTHING. Needless to say, IT WAS HELL!!! The worst of it all didn't start until the 72nd hour so I'm scared to death about this time. I've felt SO STUPID after having gone through what I did and still starting roxys knowin the pain I went through last time. Its not as bad so far but I'm scared to death its going to get bad. It was MONTHS before I could even breathe when I walked last time. There's more factors this time too... No one knows of my problem and I'm ashamed to tell them. I want this done without anyone noticing. I moved 12 hours away from ALL my contacts and my doctor to help quit. I have 3 more days before people are back around me... Will I still feel the way I do now on the 5th day? Will everything be manageable enough for me to keep this quiet? I hate doing this without family support but I know I'm ready and can if I have other ppl to talk about it with.... That's why I'm here.

[michael1953296]

How many oxys were you taking daily when you went CT 48hrs ago?
Also are they straight oxys or oxycontin the rubberize ones that you can't snort?
Michael

[readytoquit184]

I was taking 12 - 15s of the roxys a day. Not time released... Oxycodone.

[readytoquit184]

I've been on here all day every day since I quit.... I used the 'Thomas Recipe' last time and though it was prob helping it just didn't feel like it. I thought I was dying on the 72nd hour. This time I'm trying 500 mg Tylenol, headache tablets (early in the day), xanax at night to sleep (been on those 15 years, 1mg per day), and immodium (just was able to move long enough to go get the immodium so only took it first time 10 min ago or so)

[ROSYouralright]

Prepare for a week of a really bad flu...can u commit to,that? The only thing to fear is fear itself

[ariley13]

Hi and welcome! This detox will have a different time frame than your detox from Methadone. Methadone has a very long half life and the withdrawl symptoms don't even really begin until around the 3rd or 4th day. They are much more drawn out than other opiates with a much shorter half life and can last several weeks and even longer in some cases. The withdrawls for Oxycodone and similar drugs usually start within the first 24 hours after your last dose. They usually peak around days 4-6. Keep in mind that everyone is different. Age, health problems, total length of use, and amount of use are just a few of the many things that can affect how fast or slow you detox. Keep moving as much as you can. I'm sure you don't feel like it, but the more active you are, the quicker you'll feel better. Be sure that you are staying hydrated and eating well. There are lots of vitamins and supplements that can help ease symptoms. At the very least take a multi vitamin. Check out the Thomas Recipe at the bottom of the page. It's full of good info on supplements that help. Let us know what symptoms you are having and we can share stuff that has helped us to ease the symptoms. I hope that you'll stick around. This is a wonderful place to get info., support, and encouragement. We are here for you, I wish you the best of luck!

[livyspop]

RTQ Im with you! Im on day 4 off Methadone and going thru the motions. I posted on here for the 1st time today and it has helped temendously. Everyone here is fantastic and Ill do my best to help you thru as well.

[readytoquit184]

Thank you everyone! So far I only have major fatigue, lack of sleep, and aces ALL OVER like the flu.... Which I was expecting SO MUCH MORE b/c of the previous withdrawal. Hence, why I'm so scared about the upcoming days. I've been reading on here for a good 20 hours. I guess trying to hear the answer I wanted but I'm not going to get that answer. Its been hellish so far. Last time I quit I did it with a full script of perks on me just so I knew I had the willpower, then I gave them to my mom (had leukemia) once I knew it was over. This time I'm doing the same b/c I feel if I can't do it with them around me I'm not ready.... Though yesterday and beginning of today I was VERY TEMPTED I was able to overcome. I know I have to quit if I want my life back. I'm tired of no one knowing anything about me b/c its a secret from EVERYONE I know expect the people who give them to me when I run out. My mom has passed so I will flush them once I am ready this time but I just wanted help and support in my weak times. I trie the Thomas recipe last time. I'm going to not use it this time. This evening I was able to go to the store and do some things around the house.... Though I PUSHED myself to the limit to do it. I just don't want the wd to get any worse... Almost like quitting smoking, it seems harder the second time around even though last time I was way more deep than this. I REALLY do appreciate everyone on here. I believe this will be the only support ill have this time and so far its helped me tremendously.

[readytoquit184]

Michael - I'd really like to stay away from Drs all together as long as I'm not in need of a hospital. I don't want to be tempted. Is there anything otc to suggest only, especially to help with cravings and motivation?

[readytoquit184]

About the rls.... Please let me know what is best for this? My arms felt like they were going crazy last night!!! Barely any sleep and the sleep I did get I didn't feel like I was sleeping. Does anyone know why that only started last night so bad?

[readytoquit184]

Ending day 3 headed into 4.... Today wasn't hell but uncomfortable is an understatement! As I'm going to bed in 2 hours, hoping the RLS is not too bad and sleep happens!

[ariley13]

For the RLS, increase your potassium. Bananas, potatoes (with the skins on), tomatoes, and kiwi fruit all have high potassium content. Be sure to stay hydrated. There is a product called Hyland's Restful Legs that is all natural and it helps. You can find it at Walmart or any pharmacy. Hot baths with epsom salts help a lot. I will put Icy Hot, or Vick's Vaporub on my legs, then wrap them snugly in ace bandages. You can sleep like that and it helps A LOT!! Just be sure not to wrap them too tight. I hope that some of this helps. You can combine all of them and hopefully get some relief and rest tonight. Good luck!