Soma

Pain Pills
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A question for anyone in the know of the effects of soma. I've been perscribed it for a back injury for almost 5 years along with vicodine. I switched from vic's to ultraset. I stopped both the soma and ultaset 4-19-04 only to start up again today. I was starting to feel better despite the horrible night sweats and spasams that resulted in my stopping cold without anyhelp. Is there anything that anyone has done to get off this crap other then rehab? I'm so mad at myself for starting up again there was no reason other then boredom. Thanks
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bump.......anybody?
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Ahley,

Try an Na meeting. I've been doing it for 2 1/2 months and if it wasn't for NA, I would be right back on the pain meds. Also, don't take any more. You will have to go through the withdrawals all over again if you keep taking them! Boredom was a big problem for me. The first few weeks of my recovery I was out of the house and running everyday. Basically, I didnt' give myself time to think, much less get bored! I still have to fight the thoughts whenever I get bored. NA will teach you how to deal with that and you will meet people inthe same boat you are in. You will get phone numbers of others so you can pick up the phone instead of picking up a pill.. Hang in there. Email me if you need me. Karizza@comcast.net

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KarenP
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Just remember, one day at a time. Find yourself some help there. It is everywhere you can think of looking. Do you have a doctor that you trust to tell him everything? Or you can just detox at home cold turkey. I could not do it, so I went to a detox center, but I have great respect for those who have done it. It is not easy, and I would see if you can find a meeting AA, NA, PA, MA, it doesn't matter, but try one. You are at the first step, you are reaching out, and asking for help. That is great, and I am proud of you, but you have a long road ahead of you, and you need to have a support system in place. It is important in recovery. Keep in mind one thing...........THIS TO SHALL PASS.......I will put you in my prayers, much love and God Bless.

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Lady M