[ComingHome]

AnotherAddict,

I suggest getting to an NA meeting and picking up the pamphlet called "In Times Of Illness." It could help point you in the right direction with your dilemma.

ComingHome

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

It's me again. I went through a week and a half without any oxy. Then the script came in the mail. That lasted less than 2 wks this time. Damn, this is hard. I already had the script coming in the mail when I ran out, and I couldn't get rid of them without someone knowing why. So, of course, I took them. Now, I am back in full blown withdrawal. So stupid. The only good thing is that my mom brought pneumonia home from her school, and I ended up sick. So, I wasn't only trying to cover, I was really sick for most of the physical symptoms. Now, I am on day 4, and I am driving myself insane.

I am craving so badly right now. I even went looking for my dad's vicodin that he got from his GP. He doesn't take it often, but there are still pills somewhere in this house. Of course, I want them. It's still hard for me to believe that my family truly trusts I don't have a problem. But I can't blame them for something I did to myself. I just wish I could find something to deal with the shocks in my leg. It stems from them cutting the nerves in June, but the shocks somehow stuck around. It's been 9 months since surgery. I thought I would be further along by now. Pain free, or at least able to drive down the road not having to worry about my leg muscle suddenly contracting or the searing pain causing me to swerve off the road. If that happens, I will be going to jail. I already am charged with DUI from a previous incident (no alcohol, just my meds). If I screw anything up, I go to jail.

So, this time it has to be for good. I am getting a paper script from my doc Tuesday, but I am going to rip it up instead of sending it for a fill. He doesn't need to know everything. Then at my next appt I will tell him I want off of these damn things. I don't want to be branded as DSB as I am diagnosed with RSD, and some flare ups actually require stronger meds than I can even take by mouth. That was why I sought out PM in the first place. So, I need to keep my options open. I can avoid the other drugs, just not fill the scripts. But if a flare is so bad I pass out, I don't want them giving me some bull******** through the IV because I am red-flagged.

I am so over taking these damn pills, feeling like I am going to throw up when I take too much, feeling like ******** without them. These things are destroying my body. I don't care what happens to me from here on out, I am not having anything done that requires narcotics unless it's a lifesaving surgery. Otherwise, I need to learn to suck it up. I want to join those of you that are living your life free of this demon, and there's no better time to do it than when I have to detox anyway.

Sorry if I disappointed anyone. I thought I was ready. Now, I know I am ready. I just wish I could occupy my time with something else, but I have no friends and no money (stupid pills).

Thanks to anyone who might read this. If anyone has any advice, please feel free to let me know.

[Robert_325]

You can also read in the NA basic text on pages 98 or 99 I believe about taking medication while in recovery. Sometimes we have to do what we have to do. Your body doesn't know the difference if you need it or you just like it. But you know in your heart whether you're blowing smoke to yourself or not about taking it.

Do what you know is right, what you have to do and don't abuse it. RSD is no fun, it's very painful. God bless.

[anotheraddict]

Thanks for the responses, guys! Up until recently I was in denial about the RSD diagnosis. I thought that it was all in my head. I have been off my pills for 6 days now, and I can attest to the fact that there are some times that I need the meds. Unfortunately, I screwed that up. So, I will figure out some way to do things better with my PM doc from here on out.

6 days and counting

[ComingHome]

Yeah, sounds like you are on the right track. Great job!

The tricky part for me is whether or not I am BS'ing myself about whether I really need that next pill. Sometimes I forget that there are non-narcotic pain relievers that can actually work quite will up to a point.

Keep up the great work, and keep us posted YO

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

Thanks for the responses, guys! Up until recently I was in denial about the RSD diagnosis. I thought that it was all in my head. I have been off my pills for 6 days now, and I can attest to the fact that there are some times that I need the meds. Unfortunately, I screwed that up. So, I will figure out some way to do things better with my PM doc from here on out.

6 days and counting

[anotheraddict]

Hey guys,

Still going strong! Today makes 8 full days without any opiates. I have spent a ton of time online reading different forums to occupy my time. In addition, I am trying out a TENS unit. Hopefully this will help me with the flares as the RSD worsens. I refuse to go the SCS route, tho. That's just too much and too many problems.

Thank you for your support. It means the world to me to have a place I can go and not have to hide. My family thinks I am still on the meds. I don't have the heart to tell them that I screwed up again. So, I have detoxed on my own, and it has actually strengthened my resolve. I don't ever want to be here again. No matter what it takes, I am not taking meds unless I HAVE to. I now know the difference between the w/d pain and the pain of my condition. They are discernable, though it is not easy.

[anotheraddict]

I forgot to add that I think some damage has already been done. I have been taking tylenol for the past week or so to combat a pretty high fever compliments of pneumonia. Today my stomach is hurting very intensely, nothing is helping. I have taken Tums and Pepto Bismol. Luckily, I have no pain meds at this time as this is not the pain they are prescribed for, but I would take them anyway.

I hope this gets better soon. I am already physically ill from the pneumonia. The w/d has passed, but now my stomach hurts to the point that I am doubled over in pain. I am glad I am out of work right now as I cannot get out of bed.

[ComingHome]

You may be correct about damage being done, but thats another reason to not use anymore. Using will just increase the chances of damage being done. Not having them to use is KEY in the early stages in my experience. I couldn't stop until I removed the temptation. Hang in there - it gets better....

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

I forgot to add that I think some damage has already been done. I have been taking tylenol for the past week or so to combat a pretty high fever compliments of pneumonia. Today my stomach is hurting very intensely, nothing is helping. I have taken Tums and Pepto Bismol. Luckily, I have no pain meds at this time as this is not the pain they are prescribed for, but I would take them anyway.

I hope this gets better soon. I am already physically ill from the pneumonia. The w/d has passed, but now my stomach hurts to the point that I am doubled over in pain. I am glad I am out of work right now as I cannot get out of bed.

[Robert_325]

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

I forgot to add that I think some damage has already been done. I have been taking tylenol for the past week or so to combat a pretty high fever compliments of pneumonia. Today my stomach is hurting very intensely, nothing is helping. I have taken Tums and Pepto Bismol. Luckily, I have no pain meds at this time as this is not the pain they are prescribed for, but I would take them anyway.

I hope this gets better soon. I am already physically ill from the pneumonia. The w/d has passed, but now my stomach hurts to the point that I am doubled over in pain. I am glad I am out of work right now as I cannot get out of bed.

It's possible that you do have liver damage but the liver is very resilient. I was in the same boat. Besides taking thirty 30mg roxies per day, tons of benzos, somas, all the regular garbage, I was also taking a minimum of thirty sometimes forty 10/650 lorcets a day. That's a minimum of 19,500mg per day of apap, far over the 4000mg limit for toxicity. My liver enzyme count was off the charts. Drs were totally freaked. I did this kind of thing from 1968 until I got clean in 2002. My liver is just fine today. It's taken a little time, but it recovered. The liver is actually one of the only, if not THE only organ that will repair itself to an extent. Give it some time clean. As ComingHome said the best way NOT to hurt your liver anymore is staying clean. Hang in there. Don't take anything unless you absolutely have to for the RSD flare ups. You'll find when you're not living in addiction any longer that the pain is much easier to control. God bless.

[anotheraddict]

I just wanted to say thanks again for your support, guys! It means a lot to me that there's someone rooting for me

I am feeling better entirely now, and working on my 11th day free of my demons. I still have a long way to go, but you all have given me hope. It's a big relief ro know that my liver can heal itself. I was so worried that I was going to deal with that forever. I just have to remind myself how bad that hurt so that I don't do anything stupid again. The pain will serve as a good reminder.

[anotheraddict]

Hey guys, I was wondering if any other CPers are feeling the pain recently? I have been hurting hardcore yesterday and today...although I know some of it is because of the fact that it snowed here last night...

I can't even stand to do my treatment with my NMES unit (like a TENS, but I use water and put my foot in the electrified water). I am trying to save my numbing patches as I am on my last set and I can't afford anymore. The part where I am hurting, there are no active nerves, so I am a little frustrated...

[melinda7.5]

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

Hey guys, I was wondering if any other CPers are feeling the pain recently? I have been hurting hardcore yesterday and today...although I know some of it is because of the fact that it snowed here last night...

I can't even stand to do my treatment with my NMES unit (like a TENS, but I use water and put my foot in the electrified water). I am trying to save my numbing patches as I am on my last set and I can't afford anymore. The part where I am hurting, there are no active nerves, so I am a little frustrated...

Hey!!! my friend
I would love to jump in and do some whining... LOL
My back has been killing me...
All tho I have to admit It got me a really good back rub the other night and i fell to sleep like a baby...
So there is a positive to every negative...
I am with you tho on the pain...It sucks
Talk to you later, Melinda

[anotheraddict]

Hello again! Thanks for joining me in the whining, misery loves company... Glad to hear that you got a good back rub, Robert perhaps? LOL There have been many times that I wished I could do something like massage to help....unfortunately I pay more for that in the end. The massage actually hurts me thanks to the hypersensitivity. It's funny, I run around in shorts inside my house all through the winter as I can't stand my pants leg touching my foot or leg.

But, I guess we all have our ******** to deal with. I am trying hard not to take any meds...I am doing well with the addiction part, but still not dealing well with the idea that I will sometimes have to take them. Rest assured, though that I do not have free reign over them. They are out of my hands, and I must truly be suffering before asking for one...even if I wasn't the person who handles them could tell I was being untruthful. The addiction will never get me in its grips again no matter what the pain level is. Cigarettes are another story still.

I continue to be determined to be completely c&s. I just keep reminding myself of what I did to myself for those drugs, and what they take away from me. If I have to give in, it will only be for one and then no more today. I am still only human...it's either that or chop my leg off...

Thank you again for the encouragement, friend! As much as I am doing this for myself, I feel accountable to you guys as well, especially you Melinda. You have helped me so much through these past two weeks

[Robert_325]

......"Glad to hear that you got a good back rub, Robert perhaps? LOL "........



I give one heck of a good back rub. That is one of my "claims to fame."

You're doing just great with this. You should be proud of yourself. Just stay focused and remember .... you never have to use again! God bless.

[anotheraddict]

Hehe, I was right! You never cease to surprise me, though, Robert. You and Melinda both give so much to this board every day and are always here whenever anyone needs anything. Thank you very much for the encouragement, and you are right. I never HAVE to use again I know that some days the pain will warrant the meds, but I no longer think of them as drugs....if that makes sense. They are not here for my enjoyment. They are only here to lessen the pain on those days that it is absolutely necessary. You guys taught me that, and I can never say thank you enough.

I now know the true difference between needing the meds for pain and wanting the drugs for the high. I never noticed I even thought of them differently. They were not meds to me before, they were drugs....Semantics can mean a whole lot more than I ever realized. Thank you very much to you and Melinda for empowering me to take my life back. I never thought that I could do it, and I would not have been able to do it on my own. I have learned so much from this board, and I only hope that I can give back to help others.

[Robert_325]

Originally Posted by anotheraddict

Hehe, I was right! You never cease to surprise me, though, Robert. You and Melinda both give so much to this board every day and are always here whenever anyone needs anything. Thank you very much for the encouragement, and you are right. I never HAVE to use again I know that some days the pain will warrant the meds, but I no longer think of them as drugs....if that makes sense. They are not here for my enjoyment. They are only here to lessen the pain on those days that it is absolutely necessary. You guys taught me that, and I can never say thank you enough.

I now know the true difference between needing the meds for pain and wanting the drugs for the high. I never noticed I even thought of them differently. They were not meds to me before, they were drugs....Semantics can mean a whole lot more than I ever realized. Thank you very much to you and Melinda for empowering me to take my life back. I never thought that I could do it, and I would not have been able to do it on my own. I have learned so much from this board, and I only hope that I can give back to help others.

Always remember one thing about taking RX pain medication. Your body doesn't know the difference when you take a pain pill. It just knows that it feels good and it likes the feeling. The body doesn't care why you took it, the body just loves it. But you know in your heart and your soul if you are taking something medicinally or if it's to get a buzz. So being able to differentiate between the two is what you have to stay on top of. As long as a person remembers that and acts appropriately they shouldn't have a problem. God bless.

[anotheraddict]

Robert,

Indeed you are right that the body doesn't know the difference. It is in my mind that a change has taken place. The little aches and pains are what I am learning to deal with on my own instead of turning to the pills. I don't even take tylenol unless I am unable to deal with the discomfort. Instead, I am finding other ways to cope whether it is with the TENS unit or heat or elevation, etc. No one else has ever differentiated the ideas of medicinal use and addiction to me before.

I learned recently after facing DUI charges just how dangerous these pills are. I was uninformed like many others. I thought that I was okay to take them since I was under a PM doctor's care. Now I know the truth. For my own good, I must make sure that the doc doesn't know about my addiction. He would discharge me on the spot. So, I will make sure that I only take what I absolutely need at the same time I make sure he doesn't know that I am not taking them all the time. I must have them in my system at the appropriate levels and have the correct number of pills with me when I see him...but that's only once every 3 months. I can leave the extra pills at home when I visit where they are safely locked up, and not have to risk being red-flagged. My condition will not go away, but my addiction is something that I can control.

You have empowered me in a way that I was never empowered before. I am in charge of the meds, they are not in charge of me. It's my life, and I decide when the pain is too great. I am finding that I do not like the buzz any longer. It disgusts me when I realize just what I was doing to myself for so long. Now, the feelings are something that I despise and want to avoid as much as possible. I like not being in a fog all the time. I can remember things, I can enjoy life. I forgot what that was like.

Two weeks ago, I never could have imagined myself being at this stage. I truly thought that once I got the pills again I would be right back where I was. But, I CHOOSE not to go back to that life. I have lost far too much to ever return to that mindset.

God Bless you as well, Robert. You and Melinda are my Angels on Earth, and I mean that from the bottom of my heart.

[anotheraddict]

Update time!

I am on day 16, and I could not be happier Words cannot describe how nice it is to get out of bed and go places without constantly thinking about those pills. It was the first thing I thought of as soon as I was conscious, the only thing I thought of when I was high, and the last thing I would think about (sometimes even dream about) at night. Did I have enough? Is there any way I could get more? Why didn't I save the extras I had taken before instead of taking them? That was always the thought process at the end of the drugs.

I think about them sometimes. And I tell myself that if I cannot handle the pain then I can have one. At the same time, I tell myself when the pain is bad that I can wait 5 more minutes. It also helps that I can't get them myself. Those in charge of my meds are not home for a good portion of the day. That's why I spend a lot of time on here. Reading and responding to posts is helping me to stay accountable to someone other than myself. That's what I need to stay in recovery. I am not comfortable calling myself clean and sober as I still sometimes require the meds. But, I am on day 16 of my recovery.

My whole mindset about everything with the pills is different. They are not here for my enjoyment. Instead, they are here for days when the pain is absolutely unbearable. For the first time, I will have pills left over at the end of the month. Not just a few either. And then I will surrender what's left of that bottle to be placed elsewhere. That way I don't think about them ever. The leftovers at the end of each month can be used to replenish the backup meds we used to have before the addiction took hold. Sometimes people get hurt and need the meds for a day or so. We didn't have anything left. I feel better now knowing that the other members of my household will not suffer because I took all the drugs I could find.

Looking back to over 2 weeks ago, I cannot believe how far I have come. I know that I can never let my guard down, but, at the same time, I don't even think about abusing them anymore. Where I used to easily take 1 or 2 full tabs, I now take maybe 1/2 tab at a time. I am not supposed to do this as they are ER meds, but I would rather not take the whole thing when I don't need it. I don't have any quick acting meds, so the ER meds are the only thing I can take. When I am hurting I don't have the extra hour or so to wait for real relief.

When I go to see my PM doc, I am going to bring up b/t meds to him. I don't want some huge amount. Maybe 2 5mg hydros or oxys for the b/t pain so I can use the ER meds as planned. If I know a storm is coming or I am going to be doing a lot of physical stuff, then I can take the ER meds without worrying about having nothing for the pain spikes. When they hit, I want to curl up into a ball. I had been using lidoderm patches, but they are too expensive now. I lost my job and my insurance. Does anyone else have any suggestions for treatment aside from b/t meds? I have tried heating pad, massage, resting/elevation, and TENS. Nothing seems to give me relief besides the pads as they block anything else from touching my skin. The hypersensitivity is one of my big problems with my chronic condition. It's not feasible to never wear pants, socks, or shoes. I already do that at home. I live in shorts so nothing touches my leg or foot.

So sorry for rambling. I meant this to be a quick post. Unfortunately, I am still smoking. I wish I didn't enjoy it so much. I truly do love sitting there with a cigarette and just thinking. Oh, well. One thing at a time I guess. Thanks for being here.

[anotheraddict]

I forgot to ask my questions. I am currently out of work since Dec, and I am looking for a new job. I have had more than one offer pulled off the table after being upfront about my meds. Since I will fail a drug test, how do I handle this? I interviewed for another position, and I was not going to say anything to the interviewer about the meds...then they showed me the drug and alcohol policy. Essentially, you can be fired if you don't tell them about meds you are taking.

I was planning to just say something to the people at the testing center. I cannot talk to the person who would decide to hire me or not as they are in a corporate office a long way away. Is it wrong to just not take my meds to pass the drug test? They don't interfere with my ability to work. If I tell the people at the testing center, will they still tell the potential employer that I failed the drug test?? Isn't this discrimination in some form?

I understand they want to minimize risk, but I am not doing anything illegal or immoral. Without the pills some days I cannot get out of bed. I am working on it, but there are times that the pain wins. Does anyone have any advice for me? Sorry for so many questions...

To recap, or for anyone just passing through...
1.) I need to address the issue of b/t meds with my PM doc as my prescription for lidoderm patches is almost gone. The only other meds I take are LA with time release. How can I approach this subject with my PM doc? I don't want to look like I am drug seeking. Also, is there anything else that could help? I have tried TENS, heating pad, massage, stretching, resting/elevation to no avail.
2.) How do I handle the issue of my meds with drug testing for new jobs? I don't want to lie or deceive, but I really need to work. I have no money at all.

Thank you again. I will quit rambling now.

[rowdygirl369]

I am very interested in starting a support group for moms. I am addicted to Roxicodone, 30mg. I have been buying them and am in a huge financial problem. My husband is unaware but things are starting to come to a head and I'm scared of not taking them and I'm scared of continuing to take them. I am being treated by a holistic doctor and he is telling me to wean off of them and the withdrawals will be minimal but I have a problem controlling myself. I have 2 boys, ages 9 and 5 that like you said "need their mom". I am going to a meeting tonight at my church and hope that it helps. I look forward to hearing back from you. Best wishes.

[ComingHome]

Rowdy, I recommed you try a 12 step program like NA/AA/PA (pills anonymous). Different things work for different people, but I can only speak for what worked for me. Hang in there - I've been there, and you will get through this.

Originally Posted by rowdygirl369

I am very interested in starting a support group for moms. I am addicted to Roxicodone, 30mg. I have been buying them and am in a huge financial problem. My husband is unaware but things are starting to come to a head and I'm scared of not taking them and I'm scared of continuing to take them. I am being treated by a holistic doctor and he is telling me to wean off of them and the withdrawals will be minimal but I have a problem controlling myself. I have 2 boys, ages 9 and 5 that like you said "need their mom". I am going to a meeting tonight at my church and hope that it helps. I look forward to hearing back from you. Best wishes.

[rowdygirl369]

How did you do it? I was watching on HBO this morning about the chemical part of the brain that keeps feeding the addiction.

[ComingHome]

I just started going to meetings, and I kept going back. I got a sponsor and I worked the steps. That was the only way I could get clean and stay clean. I can't recommend anything else or discourage you from trying any other methods. All I can tell you is what worked for me.

Hope that helps.

ComingHome

Originally Posted by rowdygirl369

How did you do it? I was watching on HBO this morning about the chemical part of the brain that keeps feeding the addiction.

[mommy of 3]

I want to first say that my heart and soul goes out to each and everyone of you who is struggling with addiction!! I am one of you! that is the first step to recovering is to admit you have an "addiction"...
Little bit about my back ground...my first surgery started Feb of 08', second was three months later after my hysterectomy, third surgery was five months later...total, of 3 surgeries in one year..talk about ALOT of pain meds...
I started having back problems, and nerve damage due to my hysterectomy, and my prior 3 c-sections, my dr started prescribing my Oxycotin because Lortab, and vicodin i was taking too much of....dr said i'm "suffering" from chronic pain, and that Oxy's would be the best for my pain. I have to admit i was scared when i said the script, because i always heard of how addicting Oxy's were, he would give me "3" month scripts at a time 90 pills at a time! the first month i took as prescribed, but then found myself needing more than 3 a day as prescribed, i ended up taking between 7-12 pills a day, and i was running out before i could do my re-fill, i found myself calling and playing the sad story of how, someone stole them, car was broken into etc....
ROCK BOTTOM...came 5 days ago, i called my dr. and he NO,NO,NO i will not re-fill your script, i went into a panic, and didn't know what to do, i started getting sick, and i mean SICK....everytime i would run out before i would either call my ear dr (who did two of the surgeries) and get vico, or suffer til my next re-fill. After calling my dr. for the 4th time and crying they told me i would have to suffer thru the withdrawls for about 5-6 days, there was no way..for the Grace of God came thru(i'm a huge believer) i called my mom and confessed everything( our family is the biggest support for eachother), and i still didn't tell my husband at this time..FORTUNATLEY my sister works for a great dr, who got me in that next day and started me on SUBOXONE..I would have never made it thru the painful horrible withdrawls without this..i believe it saved my life!!! it started working within one hour, and i'm on my second day of it, and have NO WITHDRAWLS...I will never let ONE stupid pill make me feel the way i did...i have too much to live for and such a great support system..sorry so long, but this is the first time i've really spoken out! it's so great to hear other people's stories, and i pray for each and everyone of you struggling to get the help that is out there, it is true that not all dr's can prescribe SUBOXONE, but find one, it will help you heal..
God Bless you all, and best of luck!
mommy of 3 and wife of a WONDERFUL husband

[Robert_325]

Suboxone can be a great medication. It has to be used properly however. Some drs RX too much or for too long. Check out the following link. The process discussed at the link has proven to be very effective here on the forum. Let me know if I can help. God bless.

http://www.drugs.com/forum/featured-...apy-50887.html

[ComingHome]

Good post. Yo, it says you're a "diamond member."

Originally Posted by Robert_325

Suboxone can be a great medication. It has to be used properly however. Some drs RX too much or for too long. Check out the following link. The process discussed at the link has proven to be very effective here on the forum. Let me know if I can help. God bless.

http://www.drugs.com/forum/featured-...apy-50887.html

[susanLL]

I have been reading each one of your stories and can identify. I have been clean since Jan 1, except for one small relapse, I only took a few, half a pill at a time. I have been taking loratab forever it seems. My dr. has always prescribed them to me and I realized the day after Christmas I had to get off of them. I was abusing them and wanted my life back. I went into a treatment center for a week. My problem is psych. dependancy. I still crave them and am very anxious and depressed. I want this feeling to go away so bad. Did anyone experience this?

[melinda7.5]

Originally Posted by susanLL

I have been reading each one of your stories and can identify. I have been clean since Jan 1, except for one small relapse, I only took a few, half a pill at a time. I have been taking loratab forever it seems. My dr. has always prescribed them to me and I realized the day after Christmas I had to get off of them. I was abusing them and wanted my life back. I went into a treatment center for a week. My problem is psych. dependancy. I still crave them and am very anxious and depressed. I want this feeling to go away so bad. Did anyone experience this?

Hi susan
I think we all face this kind of stuff when we stop useing...
The way I Handel it is if I have anxiety I challenge it find out what it is that's bothering me and stomp it into the ground...Then if I get depressed I find out what is making me sad and I deal with it...
Take care of you and thing will get better...
Talk to you soon ,Melinda

[mommy of 3]

I feel for you sweetie, and yes i clearly remember feeling the same way you do! I've been on SUBOXONE now for 6days, and all those feelings i've had are gone. When i first ran out of my OXY'S and going thru the w/d, i've never been more depressed and angry, Melinda is right, find a happy feeling, one that takes you away from everything. I believe going thru the anger, feeling depressed is part of the healing, at least for me, i need to learn to deal with "the real" problem. Hang in there girl...YOU BE STRONG!!
K~

[minimariah]

Hi,

My name is Kristy and I am addicted to painkillers! I have tried detoxing on my own and just riding out the withdrawals myself but I must state the facts here and tell you that your friends physical withdrawals will go away in a few days but it is virtually impossible to stay off of the pills without seeking help! I have detoxed with suboxone and I was clean for 2 months but I relapsed and have been back on for 5 months now. The only reason I relapsed was because I did not follow my Dr's orders and it was truly my own fault. I live in NY and my Dr's name is Dr Wasser he is out of Rockville Centere and his program is amazing! He offers Naltrexone after you have totally detoxed and come off of the suboxone and what the Naltrexone does is blocks cravings and helps you overall stay off of pills after the Suboxone is gone! Counseling is also extremely important and there are many places that will offer you free or close to free group counseling. I am detoxing again in may and I am terrified but ready to do this the right way and stay clean. I look for support on these blogs and any that anyone can offer would be great!

Thank you!!!

[mommy of 3]

Originally Posted by minimariah

Hi,

My name is Kristy and I am addicted to painkillers! I have tried detoxing on my own and just riding out the withdrawals myself but I must state the facts here and tell you that your friends physical withdrawals will go away in a few days but it is virtually impossible to stay off of the pills without seeking help! I have detoxed with suboxone and I was clean for 2 months but I relapsed and have been back on for 5 months now. The only reason I relapsed was because I did not follow my Dr's orders and it was truly my own fault. I live in NY and my Dr's name is Dr Wasser he is out of Rockville Centere and his program is amazing! He offers Naltrexone after you have totally detoxed and come off of the suboxone and what the Naltrexone does is blocks cravings and helps you overall stay off of pills after the Suboxone is gone! Counseling is also extremely important and there are many places that will offer you free or close to free group counseling. I am detoxing again in may and I am terrified but ready to do this the right way and stay clean. I look for support on these blogs and any that anyone can offer would be great!

Thank you!!!

Kristi~
I'm hearing of all these people who have been on SUBOXONE and is now having trouble with coming off of them..i'm on my 8 day now of SUBOXONE and i feel it has truly saved my life. I am following my dr's orders, so i can stay clean and NOT abuse SUBOXONE. I'm just wondering if you had "all these w/d's" that everyone is talking about coming off of SUBOXONE? i'm hearing so much negativity on this medicine, and i'm just doing great on it.
thanks in advance
K~