Hi Sammy ,
Congrats on your day 1 !
Welcome to SR , keep posting , and yes , do see your GP and be honest with him re your drinking, allow him to help you , because as Carol says , stopping abruptly can be dangerous .
I also agree with Anna, re the disclosing of your plan. it is entirely up to you when and if you tell people . For me, initially I was very sensitive about it , ( I attend AA) and didnt want anyone to know, but now, my closest friends know, and I have become their designated driver LOL . I also have shared the fact with some others if it has come up in converstion, and have found nothing but support . But this takes time . Dont worry , at this point re telling others .
For me, AA was the way to recovery , if you choose this, just give them a ring, and you will find HUGE support .
Whatever route you choose, just dont pick up 1 drink for 1 day !
HUGX
Leigh