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I woke up today sweating and shaking and had a realization (also, I'll be leaving NiS for a while)
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2019-01-03 at 12:20 AM UTC
Originally posted by Speedy Parker OP is still here and still drunk.
Well, I'm only drinking right now to stave off physical withdrawal symptoms.
I know that totally sounds like an excuse, and I would probably be just as skeptical of anyone else lobbying such a defense.
But I was legit having weird muscle spasms and other symptoms that kinda scared me into pouring a (diluted) drink.
But I'm actively researching possible DIY solutions (because I don't want to check myself into a hospital just yet). -
2019-01-03 at 12:28 AM UTC
Originally posted by gadzooks Well, I'm only drinking right now to stave off physical withdrawal symptoms.
I know that totally sounds like an excuse, and I would probably be just as skeptical of anyone else lobbying such a defense.
But I was legit having weird muscle spasms and other symptoms that kinda scared me into pouring a (diluted) drink.
But I'm actively researching possible DIY solutions (because I don't want to check myself into a hospital just yet).
Yeah take a month or two to taper off. Alcohol is a sediative, and you deserve to take a while to taper down, especially with the wild geography of Canaedia.
In a month or two judge yourself again.The following users say it would be alright if the author of this post didn't die in a fire! -
2019-01-03 at 12:40 AM UTCCold turkey is the only way if you're that hooked.
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2019-01-03 at 12:44 AM UTC
Originally posted by Speedy Parker Cold turkey is the only way if you're that hooked.
From a psychological perspective, assuming no physical withdrawal issues, I would totally agree with you.
It's how I usually stop drinking after any kind extended (i.e. binge pattern) usage.
But this is kinda something different because I was drinking way more than I ever have, AND taking benzos and GHB as well.
Apparently GABAergic drugs can be especially dangerous when it comes to withdrawal.
Luckily, my attitude/motivation are in the right place. I am able to get through most of the day without taking anything psychoactive. It's only when my muscles start jerking or the intense insomnia kicks in that I feel any kind of need to drink. -
2019-01-03 at 12:47 AM UTC
Originally posted by MORALLY SUPERIOR BEING III: The Quest for 911 Truth Yeah take a month or two to taper off. Alcohol is a sediative, and you deserve to take a while to taper down, especially with the wild geography of Canaedia.
In a month or two judge yourself again.
Thank you.
And yes, I do plan on tapering, but I don't think I'll necessarily need a month or two, luckily.
I mean, I made it almost 48 hours after New Years Eve. I was able to fall asleep two nights in a row without a single drink or any other drugs.
However, the second time I went to sleep, I was only able to stay asleep for like an hour - after which I could not fall asleep no matter how much melatonin I took or how "hard I tried" to relax. Plus I started having these muscle-spasm type things that kinda freaked me out. -
2019-01-03 at 1:22 AM UTCJust wait for the full blown psychosis to kick in.
The following users say it would be alright if the author of this post didn't die in a fire! -
2019-01-03 at 1:33 AM UTC
Originally posted by AngryOnion Just wait for the full blown psychosis to kick in.
Yeah I've read/heard about that.
I'm hoping that if I taper things just right, and can maybe get a prescription to deal with some of the symptoms (low dose benzos or even just valproic acid or something like that to just take the edge off), and a bit of time/perseverance, I'll probably be fine (or at least here's to hoping...). -
2019-01-03 at 1:55 AM UTCI tried to quit last year around this time,went to the DR told him I wanted antabuse.
He said no because he didn't think my liver could take it so he prescribed acamproste calc.
I tapered down to like 4 drinks on the weekend and then shit hit the fan with wife my and I started drinking again HARD,but I still was taking the script.
My mind was such a mess, do not take this shit if you are drinking.I called the DR told him what was going on and the only thing he said was to see a shrink and he doubled my dose.
I was like fuck this, I stopped taking this so called medicine and resumed my nightly vodka and fruit punch.
But the best thing I did was exercise every day and changed my diet to include 2 eggs every day.
Last blood test showed almost normal in every category and my blood pressure is in my DR's own words "could not be better".
Before that he wanted to put me on high blood pressure meds.
Diet and exercise are the best friends you will ever have,it really sucks at first but you adjust.
My best wishes for you Gadzooks and I hope you get through it without to much damage.
