Naltrexone is my lifesaver!
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Naltrexone is my lifesaver!
Hi everyone! I am a 33 year old woman and I am currently on day 12 sober and I feel great! I’ve been taking Naltrexone on and off for a month but daily starting 12 days ago. Naltrexone is a pill that blocks the euphoria that alcohol gives you (in case you didn’t know). I wish more people knew about this option. I know it may not be for everyone but it has worked wonders for me.
I have been drinking dangerously for almost three years. Gained a ton of weight. Blacked out more times than I care to admit. I could finish a bottle of vodka like it was water. Alcoholism runs in my family and I guess I kind of used that as an excuse.
About two weekends ago I went to a cousin’s bachelorette party. I hadn’t seen my cousins in forever and I was excited for a fun night. I decided not to take my pill because I wanted to get drunk. Well I did. Got so drunk I blacked out. Woke up at my parents’ house the next day unsure of what happened. Drank that day again to combat the anxiety and irritability and shame of getting so drunk. Monday went to work feeling like sh**. And that day I decided I never wanted to feel this way again.
I am also seeing an addiction specialist. I feel more in control of my life. I am taking it day by day. I am proud of myself.
I wanted to share as I hope to inspire and motivate others. I am fortunate enough to have great insurance and I am aware of that privilege. Thank you for reading.
I have been drinking dangerously for almost three years. Gained a ton of weight. Blacked out more times than I care to admit. I could finish a bottle of vodka like it was water. Alcoholism runs in my family and I guess I kind of used that as an excuse.
About two weekends ago I went to a cousin’s bachelorette party. I hadn’t seen my cousins in forever and I was excited for a fun night. I decided not to take my pill because I wanted to get drunk. Well I did. Got so drunk I blacked out. Woke up at my parents’ house the next day unsure of what happened. Drank that day again to combat the anxiety and irritability and shame of getting so drunk. Monday went to work feeling like sh**. And that day I decided I never wanted to feel this way again.
I am also seeing an addiction specialist. I feel more in control of my life. I am taking it day by day. I am proud of myself.
I wanted to share as I hope to inspire and motivate others. I am fortunate enough to have great insurance and I am aware of that privilege. Thank you for reading.
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Hi Jer, that is really good to hear! I’m glad this option is working for you. I don’t know much about it. But it is great that you are sharing your story as others are searching for options.
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Glad you are here.
There are indeed some great meds for helping us get and maintain sobriety. I believe other tools are crucial -what are you going to do to actively supplement the support your prescription is offering now?
There are indeed some great meds for helping us get and maintain sobriety. I believe other tools are crucial -what are you going to do to actively supplement the support your prescription is offering now?
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Originally Posted by August252015 
Glad you are here.
There are indeed some great meds for helping us get and maintain sobriety. I believe other tools are crucial -what are you going to do to actively supplement the support your prescription is offering now?
There are indeed some great meds for helping us get and maintain sobriety. I believe other tools are crucial -what are you going to do to actively supplement the support your prescription is offering now?
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You'll find lots of support here on plans of action people learn to navigate and maintain life sober- perhaps look up the Class of Dec thread under Newcomers as it has folks quitting this month like you. (Well, you would be end of Nov or now Dec).
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Hey J. I am on a combo of Campral and Naltrexone and day 29 AF. I believe the meds as well as attending NA/AA has helped me stay clean. I am also seen a shrink, first time yesterday so working the aftercare hard. Staying sober does not need to be too hard as long as you work on it daily and take it ODT/ Good work J
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Originally Posted by sydneyman
Hey J. I am on a combo of Campral and Naltrexone and day 29 AF. I believe the meds as well as attending NA/AA has helped me stay clean. I am also seen a shrink, first time yesterday so working the aftercare hard. Staying sober does not need to be too hard as long as you work on it daily and take it ODT/ Good work J
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Update: Hi everyone. I made it to 69 days sober and relapsed. I figured I’d test myself and I binged the weekend if the Super Bowl. I was miserable and had to call out Monday as I was puking all day. I have to accept I can’t have just one. It’s impossible. Today is almost Day 7. I don’t regret what happened as now I have no doubt of what I need to do. I am so grateful to be alive and sober. Thanks for reading.
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