Everyone is different...I was an EXTREME case of consumption and I spent a good deal of time (months, then ups and downs the first year, nearing two even) in withdrawal well after the actual alcohol was out of my body. PAWS, if you will.
I have only quit drinking once, but I never plan to go through ANY amount of pain from quitting again. My only solution to this is to stay sober and living in recovery.
Best to you.