Can I Use Suboxone Just To Get Off Heroin (Top voted first)

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hi, I'm 21 years old and got into the habit of shooting up heroine. I was wondering how long it would take for the withdraw symptoms to go away if I use soboxone to get off of the heroin. I was doing suboxone before and actually got addicted to that also. Nd then I couldn't get any suboxin so I was really sick nd I ended up getting heroin. I only did heroine for about 2 weeks. I was wondering how long I should take the suboxone to get clean from the h. I want to quit everything. I want to live my life the way it was supposed to be lived. Free of drugs. So if anyone could let me know how long I should do the subs before I quit them so I won't withdrawal so bad. Thank you for your time.

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I tried it and if anyone out there has the mental ability to push themselves it's totally possible. I used the SUB strips 12 hours after using last then cut the strips into 1/3 pieces to force myself less and I promise you it will work you have to push yourself and occupy your time in active things. I went to the gym as much as I could (even though I couldnt lift much) if you build up a sweat everyday that factually will speed up the process and help the body detox. Remember it's still a a drug you become extremely involved with but mostly mental, have a strong mindset and you'll win I guarantee you.

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Yes, I had a massive heroin habit back it 2001. They were just using this stuff called buphrenrorphine to help you get off. After the first 2 days of withdrawals, they gave me an injection of 24mg (3 8mg orange stopsigns), the next days the gave me an injection (these were IM injections, by the way) of 16mg, The third day 8mg, After that - nothing.

Now I had at least 30 bags - minimum of $200/day - bundles, mainlining 3-4 bags at time; of Philadelphia China white dope habit when I went into treatment.

Clearly, the first 2 days of withdrawal are the worst, but they cant give you the bupe before then without going causing precipitated withdrawal. But after those 3 days were over, man, to be straight up honest - if I had known it would have been that easy - I'd've gone at LEAST a year before.

You don't have to inject the bupe - you just got to have a friend there with enough benzos to get you through at least 36 hours before you put them under your tongue. 3 pills first day, 2 pills second day, 1 pill 3rd day and if you want to be sure to 1 pill on day 4 - but then get out.

IF you want out - it's time to change your city, your friends (though you'll find all you have left is using buddies), your job, your life-

but it is so worth it.

I wish you luck. email me and let me know how it goes.

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I was snorting a bun per day for the past 6 months ma boy od'd on H so I decided it was time to kick this demon back to hell where it came from. Bupe is a life saver no withdrawal no craving day 5 n still going strong. I'm at 2mg started at 4mg tomorrow imma drop it to 1mg work helps alot...

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The worst thing is that the memories of a good high never leave your brain! I was mainlining at least an 8-ball of cocaine everyday and still working -- I was a functional addict for 5 years...then I made the decision to stop along with some user friends -- that helped a lot because we supported each other when we were feeling weak or when times got tough and we wanted to default. I've been clean for 2 years now and I also found Christ -- for the first year, the mind battles were rough and often I wanted to give in. Since I got saved, the battles are much much easier. I joined a Christian group of bikers that ALL used to get high so they understood the struggles I was going through! I tell you this because now, I don't even think about it anymore and when I do, I just laugh and thank God that I won the battle! Each of you can win this battle -- and no, I'm not a Holy Roller trying to lead you to the church (although it would help you). I am an ex-addict that found his way out.....Not sure if my story will help but I will pray for each of you right now that you will somehow, and through some way, find your way out of that pit and live successful happy lives!!
I know you can if you truly want to!
Good luck to all of you!
P.S. (Holy Roller part)...if you want to call and let me pray with you, send me a text at {edited for privacy} with your name and number and a good time to call you.
Ted

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Suboxone is a detox drug, if all you wanna do is get through the wd's then 3-5 days and 16mg a day Max!! is all you need.

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Markus, I am going through the same thing. I was in NA for years and stayed clean for almost 7 years. I relapsed this year with my drug of choice...good ol' heroin. I guess you can say I got cocky and thought I could go back and do it just once to enjoy it. YEAH RIGHT! 2 months later, still going. I have blown all my money on my habit and got so pissed off at myself for screwing myself up. Bottom line, I got sick and tired pretty early on which is a blessing. I started with a piece of suboxone (approx. 2mg) in the AM, then before bed, took another mg. Tuesday (Day 2) started with another mg, then repeated before bed. At this point, 5 mg total. Day 3 only took a mg, then waited 24 hours. Day 4 took another mg, nothing since. This morning, I feel a little lazy and my back is achy but OK for the most part. I have had worse. All I can say, is be careful with the subs. That is what started my run. I was taking occasionally and then noticed very uncomfortable WD symptoms. I did dope for a couple of weeks to get the bupe out of my system and like a dumb ass created a habit. Good luck, please stay strong and know its possible. Crossing my fingers for the both of us!

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My email. {edited for privacy} Thanks Ted

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I will pray for you Jared!! The message board blocked your number...Post here and I will get back to you. God bless you my friend. Hope to talk to you soon.
Ted

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Hi I'm a 54 yr old woman who has known the Lord & am now trying to get off heroin. Been using bout a month. Need prayer

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I have been on h since sept. the sickness from withdrawl is unbearable for me. When i had some extra cash i scored some 8mg sub strips from my friend because i never wanted to wd again! I waited 14 hours after my last injection and took 4mg of the strip. A half hour later i took 2 more mg. For about an hour i felt strange but it wasnt precipitated wd. I had cold chills, goose bumps, and my hair.was standing on end. It freaked me out a little bit but it soon faded and i dont feel any wd symptoms except slight runny nose and bubbly tummy. I took another 2mg bout 2.5 hrs after my first dose. Now i just feel like i dont know what to do with myself. I feel lazy and lethargic. I didnt even want to stand in the kitchen to warm up food in the microwave. I am so used to obsessing about getting h, that I just feel kinda lost. I wish i had someone to talk to about this... Just to keep me strong and to occupy my time. Good luck to all of you trying to kick this!

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Mita,
I am praying for you! Addiction is hard but through Christ, I know you can beat it! Dont give up!! I promise, it gets easier and life is SO much better without it. I'm to the point where getting high never even enters my mind now.
Keep your chin up and KNOW that you are better without that stuff and your life has value!!!
God Bless!
Ted

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Here's my email. Once I hear from you Ted.I'll send my number.

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I'm working today Tim but would be glad to call you this evening and talk with you.
Look forward to speaking with you my friend. If you are in a position of weakness right now feel free to call me and I'll lift you up and help strengthen your will power at anytime

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Absolutely john doe...but apparently the system is rejecting phone numbers...so let's try this...{edited for privacy} I am availabke anytime after 5pm CST.

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Hi Bubbles...read your reply and was wondering how that taper ended up working for you...I'm doing the same thing right now and have to start a new job on Monday, it's Tuesday right now...wondering how Im gunna feel in the next 5/6 days? Thanks!

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Well I am still not using heroin but decided to go on suboxone maintenance with a physician. I want to do a taper system with them. Once I tried to stop, my withdrawal symptoms were pretty intense. I work full time and am a single mother, so not feeling well isn't a option for me. I at least have time to prepare ahead for when I get down to a low dose.

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hey, I'm in the exact same position as you, email me {edited for privacy} and we can get phone numbers or something to chat, I'm in the UK where are you? be great to speak to someone going through the same thing.

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I'm going threw bad withdraws from heroin and it been bout 48hrs since mynlast fix I've been addict for yrs and I got ahold of subs
From a friend they 8mg /2mg strips I just used two them and my wd is bad I want to sleep I can't my back killing my legs spasming belly hurts not sure how much longer I can take it.. ne advice or words of wisdom I know Im close to being free from heroin just have no one to talk to bout it bc Ive hidden it for years from my loved one

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Hi, my name is Alexys. My boyfriend is addicted to heroine. He has stopped doing it twice now by taking subs. But when ever things get tough and stressful he relapses. He just told me 2 nights ago that he started using again.. I don't know what to do? He says he wants help, and he wants to get clean. He thinks he can just take subs again and he'll be fine but I'm afraid it wont work.. And if it does only for a short time period till he relapses again. I need answers :(((

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Me n my husband r trying to get off h. We've been on it for a yr straight every day, never missed in a day, 100-300 bucks a day, spilt it straight down the middle. we started suboxone yesterday, like 2mg of it and he went into PW even though it had been 13/14 hours since the last dose. I was a little better, just felt bad. well he went 24 hours with out a dose then found a rinse we had put back for hard times. he did it and felt better. now he's gonna try an go another 24 with out anything. he's detoxed before, five times to be exact; cold turkey all five an made it. anyways I took my quarter of a sub an hour ago. my belly is upset and today I feel worse. Why?? Any info would help. thanks for listening n I know it sounds dumb but would a small dose of opiates make this belly sickness go away? not enough to feel high, just enough to make my belly stop hurting so bad?? I don't have enough sub to take anymore today, that's y I asked. Thanks everyone.

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