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Old 03-04-2009, 02:45 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Hello Melbourne,
I had exactly the same addiction as yourself for 7 years and was using double the amount you were using! Frightening thought!!
But I know you are keen to know about the detox..........
It is as you describe - flu like symptoms - for N+ the worst is between days 3 - 5 and then things take a humungous turn for the better. I would say that the symptoms come on strongest at about 36 hours and stay that way for a few days - so you are yet to reach the peak of discomfort as yet, I would say. But stick with it - it's only a few days and so worth getting off.
As for work? Well - I would not have been able to work while detoxing for those days 3 - 5. Days 1 & 2 are OK but then ouch! You may have to take a few days off unless you can hold out until the w/e? But only you can decide.
I wish you well - give me a shout if I can tell you any more. I am in the UK where N+ is a scourge................. huge hidden addiction.
Woops
PS - hot baths are complete bliss for the bone and muscle aches............ other than that stay hydrated - lots of suragary drinks.............
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