no tramadol for w/d???!!!

[joyagain]

Took only 3 vicodin today and didn't start to take any until 2:30 ( used to start first thing in the morn).  I did ok with this but took a tramadol mid morning 50 mg.  I was rather hoping I could use this drug, but after reading numerous posts about how horrible this drug is, it looks as though that is not an option.  I am really disappointed because I do have moderate depression and anxiety anyway.  I am taking evening primrose and a multivitamin.  I am really scared about tomorrow now because I will not be adding the tramadol to my tapering plan.  I wll not take any vicodin until 2:00 and still take 1.5 every 4 hours ( I used to take 2 every four hours).  This gives me the total of 3 per day.  Yesterday, I panicked when I had no vicodin ( my mom gave me 20).  Today I felt strong and ready to taper.  I hope I can do it tomorrow, just have to make it to 2:00pm.  Has anyone tapered like this?  It seems to be ok if I can keep busy.  Thanks for the support everyone!!

[avisg]

yes noooooo tram the wd from that is h ell and just as addicting hang in there hun it does get better and I promise it is worth it ....

[bmdad]

Have you checked in to the amino acid protocol? If not I would start it right away along with your taper. It really makes a world of difference. There are a couple of the supplements you can't take if you are on an antidepressant but it tells you which ones. Also be sure you are eating healthy, pushing the good fluids, exercising, and staying busy to keep your mind occupied. The last two are so important in my opinion.
Just keep going strong and you will make it!
Best of luck!
Brian