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[tinkerbell271985]

Hello
I was a heroine user for 3 years I'm now in remission and Been on a methadone programs since. November 2013 I started at 60ML I'm now at 28ML I should have started a lofexidine home detox at 30ML but I'm now doing it on 9th Sept I'll be at 26ML.
I'd really like some info on what I should expect when I start my detox I've obviously rattled off gear in the past but am I going to have a similar experiences from methadone.
I'm very nervous about my home detox and as much info would be apreciated.
thankyou

[tinkerbell271985]

Hi sorry I've 're read your comment and it makes sence to me now I didn't no if you new I was doing the lofexidine detox but after reading your comments a second time I gathered you new that.

Thankyou for your advice I Will take a look on your website and see what info I can get thankyou I appreciate it.
I'm ready to Kick my Habit I'm more determined then ever before I Just hope I can carry on and get through the next few months

[tinkerbell271985]

Hello I don't think you understand what I'm saying my detox is done at home through a drug clinic they will wean me off methadone over 10\14 days it's called a lofexidine detox my drug worker and doctor will come into the home 3 times a day what I wanted to no is what to expect I've had many chats with my doctor and she says I'll get out off it what I put in I'm looking for somebody to tell me whst I'm going to go through over 10 day period what I'll feel like etc!!

[Julia M Aharonov, DO]

There is really no easy way of detoxing from home. especially from the long acting opiate like methadone. I have dealt with hundreds of addicts who have all told me horror stories of doing it by themselves.  I would only guess that if are successful in doing it at home you don't end up in my clinic.
Just in case you are curious, it takes us three to four days to detox a patient and get him/her back home drug free and feeling well on Naltrexone therapy (no opiates).
At home, the basic technique is to space out the pills you take on a consistent manner until you take only one at night, then half at night, than every other night and then none.  See if your doctor can write you a prescription for some Requip for restlessness, Neurontin for anxiety and malaise, some Flexeril or Soma for a few weeks for muscle spasms and maybe some Seroquel low dose, for sleep.
Lofexidine is not available in the US but it is very similar to Clonidine so it will be helpful  for the creepy-crawly feeling and control of blood pressure variations. It will make your withdrawals easier.  Valerian and Magnesium is sometimes helpful remedies over the counter.
The residual symptoms of insomnia and depression can last another few months. Thus, it is not easy, but it gets better and better over time and you can look forward to a drug free healthy energetic you in the future. When you take opiates for a long time like you have, your body's physiology has been altered. Your central nervous system has created a multitude of opioid receptors that all are screaming for endorphins (opiates) to fill them, but your body has now forgotten how to make them by itself.  It will take time - two to four weeks at least, for your receptors to down-regulate (for the brain begin to heal) and to start making its own endorphins. Brain heals pretty slowly, so it may take you as long as a couple of months to get rid of feelings of sluggishness, restlessness and depression. The best thing you can do is take good care of yourself, eat healthy food, stay hydrated, keep active and busy. Stay away from sugar, soda, and simple carbs. Do not consume caffeine at least 6 hours prior to bedtime.
Take a look at my blogs about options for detox and recovery. You may also take a look at my clinic website where I also have my blogs and a lot of other info about drug addiction and recovery. Look especially into the blog and the info on Naltrexone therapy after getting clean. It really improves your chances of staying clean for good by cutting down your physical cravings. Look into my clinic website as well. All this can be done by clicking on my name in blue.
There is a injectable form available now that is covered by all major medical insurances called Vivitrol that you would need to get only once monthly to stay clean. Just keep it in mind for the future. Good luck to you.