Percocet madness 2

[nubether]

I am new to this and actually posted this last night in the NA step 1 forum. I recieved suggestions that this might be a better forum with people that can relate to my situation at this time. So here it goes again....


I don't really know how to start except to say that I am addicted to oxycodone. 7 months ago I was prescribed oxycodone 10 mg 4 times a day, for multiple (4) herniated cervical disc, among other neck problems. By month 2 I was taking more than the prescribed amount, sometimes to relieve my pain and sometimes just to feel good and keep going. I had surgery 10 days ago and I am just ready to get off this med. I have gone through the roller coaster of withdrawal and the excitement of the date it was time to pick up my pills. I have done things that I am ashamed of to feed this addiction, like manipulate people to help me get or give me pills when I ran out. I left my job because I had easy access to narcotics I just couldn't trust myself not to steal drugs from my employer. It just happened that my neck problem is such, I was able to leave my job for medical reasons. I need help. I am going to my doctor who prescribed this medication to me so that I can come clean about my problem and ask him for his guidance and help.

By the way I now average about 60-70 mg per day.

I am currently prescribed by my neurosurgeon 5 mg 4 times a day. Just picked up this script yesterday, what a shock to the system, I told myself I would try to take only 4 today, I took 7, I am so frustrated and ashamed.

[nubether]

I did go to my doctor today, told him what was going on, I spoke with him about the withdrawls, I went through when not taking the med, he was very nice, told me he would do whatever he could to help me. He gave me a script for a different pain medication for my pain and to help with withdrawl from percocet. I really didn't want another drug, but will try to do it this way. I go back to see him in 2 weeks.

Any feed back would be greatly appreciated. I am not freaking out as much today as I did yesterday but I am just ready to get my life back.

[tryingtoparent]

Hey there.... I have a lower back problem with chronic pain. Doc suggested pain meds..I wasn't interested. I do take alot of vitamins, do alot of research and try different things. I was told I would not be able to walk eventually...that was 3 years ago....still walking... not going to say it isn't tough but different things help. Have good days excellent days not so good days. Positive attitude helps. I'll check back and see how you are doing! Hang in there!

[nubether]

Thanks so much for the feedback. I have been numbed from the pain for so long, as I taper myself from the oxycodone, the pain in my neck is screaming at me. Although it is better than it was before my surgery. Restless leg is kicking in, this usually happens at 4 am, weird that it happens almost the same time every night. I am trying to stay positive, I am scared of full blown withdrawl but more scared of staying on this drug. The drug is changing who I am as a person, it mislead me into believing I could be better on it. It is a liar and a thief of true potential and happiness. It is such a relief for me to be able to voice my feelings on here. Thanks for the support. Do you have any suggestions for pain control other than drugs.

Sincerely, Nubether

[CarolD]

A new post in your other thread...in NA step...suggested accupuncture

I've not ever used it....but would if I thought it would help with my chronic
health issues....only 1 causes me pain...not difficult to control at this point.

Wishing you all the best...
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[4alcohol]

I have lupus and need both knees replaced. That said, I was taking 6 percs a day and my Rheumatologist put me on the fentanyl patch. That is strong, but she started me on 12.5 mcgs and it no longer causes me any mental high. It relieves my pain unless I overdo it. Some day I will get the surgeries, but csn't afford it now. I do not need percocet, except one every 3-4 days. When I need more, I knoe it is time to up the fentanyl. People automatically become dependent. I did withdraw from the six percs a day on my own...no fun, but manageable. I won't do that again. Once I save the money, I will get the knees replaced and get off of the patch... How do you like that? An alcoholic with a plan! Hope that is helpful to someone.