Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms (Page 39) (Top voted first)

I'm trying to wean myself off the Fentanyl patch. I went from 75 micro-gms to 50 now I'm on 25. Having a problem and not sure it is related to the decrease in the med. It's been 20 days on the 25 micro-gm and I'm going crazy. I need to keep rocking, moving in any way b/c my body is very restless. Is this a symptom of withdrawal and what do I do? I cannot take it any more.

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Hey Etienne,weeler and loo long, and all others...I do feel better when I get some exercise. My problem is when I get through, boy does it make me feel bad. Too bad you can't exercise 24/7. I know one thing I HAVE to quit and that is smoking. I was feeling pretty good until I smoke, then my heart starts fluttering and I get so out of breath. That was the most stupid thing I have ever done, start smoking. It was only 10 years ago that I first smoked a cigarette. I also need to quit feeling sorry for myself when things don't go just like I want them to go. As for patience....it went out the door so many years ago. I have always been a "I want it when I want it and I want it now" kinda person. I sorta fault my parents and 3 brothers for that. I was the only girl and the belle of the ball. Attention, attention, attention...I always demanded it. Now I just want to hide in a hole and attract no attention (don't look at me, I have a guilty conscious syndrome). Gosh, I'm a crazy, stupid female....rambling on and on and on....

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Hi all,
Too long, no one can tell you what to take ro mKe u feel better. You have to try it and see. I can't take certain OTC medications because I'm allergic to ibuprofen. Withdrawals from drugs isnt pain, it's the most uncomfortable feelin one can have.
Nuttynanny, yes exercise is good. Actually, I just left the gym. I hate going but I'm trying anything and everything that is non drug related. As far as smoking, bad girl, that alone can make you depressed. I had 3 relatives pass away from smoking and my best friend just stopped because she developed emphazima. I know all of us have skeletons in our closet but that's one habit you really need to stop. One day at a time.
You know I love you in Christ when I say this but, stop making excuses. :)
can't blame your parents, the kids or the dog or hamsters. God made us all individuals an we have to think for ourselves. I blamed my parents for years for my hell but one day someone told me to take responsibilty for my own actions and stop dwelling in the past.
Do you know that when you think negative thoughts you feel negative? I would walk around the house saying why am I here? What's my purpose in life? I hate myself, I wish I was dead. I tried to find positive friends but I don't think they exist :) I had to stop relying on others and rely on myself. People will ALWAYS let you down if you let them.
I'm no expert and I still have my evils in my life but im trying to control them one day at a time. No miracles in my life just trials and tribulations followed by positive thoughts. For me it's seeing the Lord again when I pass on. Sounds morbid but het it's working for me. Whatever it takes to make it through the day, right?

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Thank you for replying and I couldn't take the pain anymore so he gave me some cesamet which I hated, I don't smoke dope so I have thrown those out and I went back and he gave me some tylenol #4 which really helped the cramps and backache but I am out now and I can't believe how severe these cramps are. I am so stupid to have just stopped but there is no going back now, this place I am supposed to be going to you can't smoke or take anything so I have to get it out of my body. I am way to tired to do exercising. Does anyone feel like they are stoned because you are so straight that reality feels strange?

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Etienne, I am trying to quit smoking. What I do , I wait at least 2 hours afterI feel like I need to smoke, then I am going to start cutting that down. I figured that I would put 5 in a box for a day and when they are gone that would be it for the day. Then I will start cutting them down by 1 a day till I can quit. This is harder than quiting drugs. I guess because they are legal. Well, all my heart test came out ok, I'm just stressed out the doc said. He gave me some pointers on destressing. I think I just need to get away for about a week all by myself, without kids esp. the disrespectful teens we have here. They have gotten better since I pitched my little fit. How are you feeling today???? It is so pretty out today after 3 days of steady rain. Ya'll all have a good day and hope everyone is doing good. Love and kisses.....

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Nuttynanny,
I am so happy you're tests were negative but stress also can hurt you ad you well know. Kids can make a normal person go insane :)
How am I feeling these days? Ok. I'm trying to think positive, I still har pain everywhere, arthritis is in my shoulders now so it's tough for me to use a cane.
The ringing in my ear has gotten worse but I'm trying not to let it get me down.
I framed my fentynal patches and I look at that everyday to remind myself how bad I felt when on it.
I keep getting emails about s lawsuit for people on fentynal, to be honest I didn't read the entire lawsuit.
Too long, how are you feeling?
Well my friends it's time to go let the dogs outside to destroy my yard :)
Love you guys.
PS, nuttynanny, keep cutting down those cigarettes. Sounds like you have a system that works. Just know when times get tough, and they will, cigarettes isn't the answer.
Stay on those kids so the know who's boss. :)

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Etienne, too long, Shannon, and all else who is going through tough times with getting off the Fentanyl Patches. Thank you so much for the boost. I just love you so much, you are really a very kind, concerning person. I know you are in some pain with the ole arthir eating at you and I feel so for you. I do have a good system going to try to quit smoking. It's just I have to stick with it and not let things get to me so much. I have to learn to pick my battles and not jump every time the little things get in my way. Easier said than done but have to do it or die. I do want to know more about the ringing in your ears....it drives me insane. There is suppose to be something out that the docs can give you to stop them from ringing so loud and I am going to see about this when I go for my appointment. I will let you know what they give me and what the cost will be. Maybe both will benefit together. I wish I could do something for you to help you....If I lived closer I would come clean your house and your yard and give you a rest. Maybe give you some massages. My ex said I gave great massages on their backs. About the lawsuit...let me know, we may benefit with having a class action suit rather than going at it alone. It's bad if one is hurt, but better if it is more. Have you ever heard of Judge Roy Moore, the ten commandments judge?? He was a Chief Justice of the Alabama State Superime Court. That is a very close cousin of mine. He will help me with anything I need. Well I have to go iron my daughters scrubs so she can go to work. This is her long week. I'm so proud of her for going to college and making something of herself. She loves her job...and that makes a difference. Love and kisses to all and to you esp. Etienne...Hope you get to feeling better and don't let the dogs mess up your yard too bad..

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Hi all, where's Shannon?
Hope everyone that's been reading all the messages is feeling some relief from the dreaded patch from hell.
If anyone is still feeling irritable it will pass. Take it slow.
Nuttynanny, the ear ringing I'm having is annoying and it is throwing off my equilibrium. Im forgetting so much and I can't stand loud noise or driving at night. There is an OTC called lipo-flavonoid that's supposed to help in about 3 months after taking it but you have to take a total of 6 pills a day after a meal and I don't eat that much. I'm sick of pills. I had bought it then took it back. I think my anti-depressant is causing it. That is an effect with cymbalta. I have to make an appointment with another doctor and see if I can switch to something else. 8 years on this at 120mg a day. :(
I really hope everyone is doing well. I'll try to look
Ore into that lawsuit for the patch when I feel better mentally. Let's say 30 years from now.
Take care everyone and stay strong.

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I am currently on the Fentanyl patch 50 mg and have decided to wean myself off these since my doctor has refused to. After reading these post, I am scared to death of all the withdrawals that are coming, however I refuse to be dependent on medications. I have another dr. That has agreeded to help me get off the patches. I currently change the patch every two days( dr. Ordered). I am going to drop to 25 starting tomorrow, do this for 2 weeks and then drop to 12 mg. for two weeks, then drop to 6 mg after that. Is this too fast to withdraw? Please give any suggestions.

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I was once on the duragesic patch (fetanyl) 75 micro grams/day and changed the patch every 3 days to prevent migraine headaches. I took myself off the patch and the withdrawals were not easy. I was restless and noticed it was more of a mental withdrawal than anything. So I kept my patch on for 5 days then change it. I drank a lot of water and went jogging to help flush the drug from my system faster. I feel better with out the meds I was on. I have been migraine free for over a year where before I was in the hospital 347/days out of 365 getting shots of dilaudid/fetanyl/phenergan either in my muscle or IV.

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How long did the withdrawals last and what kind of withdrawals did you experience?

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I have been on fentanel for over 2 years before and after a major spinal op.Ihave now stopped having lowered the dose gradually.Should I feel so bad as I do? Hot then cold,very little sleep.restless,headaches,pains i my legs.Is this right and how long will it last?

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Hi all,
There are many of us that ha a long battle with the patch. The good news is I am do happy to hear you guys got off this dreaded patch.
The bad news is the withdrawals are pretty tough. They can last from one month up to five months depending on how long you were on the patch.
Like all narcotics your body is like a sponge. The more you take in the more it wants. unfortunately, when this drug gets into your blood stream the longer any narcotic gets in your system te longer it takes to get over it.
I stopped cold turkey and I went through multiple withdrawals all of what you described plus many many more.
If you don't have the will power to stop cold turkey seek help with a doctor to reduce your use safely.
Stopping cold turkey can be dangerous it could put your system into shock and the reprocussion could be fatal. I didn't care I just wanted this out of my system. I hope this helps. Be strong.

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Hi I've been on the fentanyl patch since oct 2011, 25mcg for chronic pain associated with fibromyalgia, I started having side effects such as the day before due to change patch would start hurting then when i put new patch I would get heart palpataitons . itching, numbness around my mouth and nose. Then the second day I was so hopped up like a race horse, felt wired then third day would start all over again, well my last patch was due friday, i did not put it. Been having hot and cold flashes, feels like i have to move my legs and arms all the time, and hurting like crazy, so I use tranzene for anxiety so started taking some of that, and went back to old med of norco, that i had from before the patch. Called my Dr. and apparently I missed her call on my cell phone and they didn't call my home phone. So I've been doing this myself will try to call again tomorrow morning which is memorial day, office may not be open. I guess I should have put the patch on but I was afraid, made me feel really bad these last few times, but I hope I didn't make things worse for my body overall.It's been almost three days how much longer before these withdrawls will last? Help!

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Hey Etennie I wish I didn't every have to have another pain med agian but suffering with firbromyalgia and not taking anything I will have no normal life. With a pain med I can at least do some normal things with my family. I have tried for years off and on to stop taking pain meds but I hurt so bad and can't be around family and my children, like my Dr's keep telling me I;m not an addict I'am dependant just like a diabetic is dependant on their meds, I finally let it sink in. But I still hate having to take something so I can function. Wishing us all luck than one day we will be pain free, and Fibro will have a cure. I don't wish this on my worse enemy.

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I'm still alive Steve, just hanging in there. Thanks for asking. This is not easy for me at all. Super depressed.

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Are u serious.kratom. I've been reading all of your posts and Im weaning down off patch.250mcg down to 200 in two weeks and it hurts like bad. This is only the beginning of what i Hope to be not the end. I went cold turkey off of 300 to 400 mg of oxy a day a few years back and That was bad so not looking forward to this. Kratom i Will look into.

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Hey Shannon. It must be something in the air. iTools am very depressed. I just found out I have fibromyalgia and my sister just told me my mom has cancer. It's tough dealing with so many obsticals. I've been waiting for my relief but no luck. I actually hate going to the doctors they just want to put me on pills. I keep say I'm going to try alternative medication such as health stuff but I keep procrastinating. Hang in there all. You're not alone in his battle over pain. Be careful what you take. Doctors aren't God so read up on what your taking.

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Hey Et and all, all I can say is the Christians have a wonderful point. The second coming of Christ is going to be such a wonderful and long time coming. This is brutal. Im so isolated and I wouldn't even leave the house most days if I wasn't hooked on ciggs. Hope you all are feeling better

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Hey nuttynanny, you're in my prayers. I love surgeries :(
I've so many needles an back urgeries I feel like I should walk around with a zipper in my back. Whatever surgery you're having you're in good hands and I'm not talkin about doctors. Keep smiling. I know it's tough Lord knows I know it's tough.
It must be the moon or sun or stars that's causing the excessive depression. As we speak I'm lookin for a very large rock to hide under.
By the way, I'm looking for a spiritual awakening to hit me, hopefully soon.
I love u guys and stop smoking.
Your brother in Christ.

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MY TESTIMONY - This is a true story and prayfully this will give someone hope, encouragement and faith. I was diagnosed with Severe Spinal Stenosis with 4 levels of cervical disc disase close to 4 yrs ago. Started with pain mgt 3-1/2 yrs ago and they started me off with 4 percocets a day, then in the last 2 yrs I went from 25 mcg to 50 mcg Fentanyl patches every 48 hrs (continued the 4 percs a day). 1 yr after starting on the meds I tried to stop taking them on my own and ended up the emergency with severe withdrawals. I finally came to the understanding it wasn't something I could do in the flesh so I continued to pray and had faith I would be delivered from the pain as well as the medications - just had to be patient. I was also given Xanax and anti-depres for other symptons, such as not being able to sleep and hot flashes - GYN stated I was in peri-menopause. Approximately 6 weeks ago (Easter Sunday) I was in the shower and looked down at the patch and couldn't remember the last time I changed it out. I checked my drawer where my patches were kept and seen I hadn't changed it out in 6 days. I heard God clearly speak to me and said "There is nothing left (meaning the medicine), take it off. It is done!" I stopped all meds cold turkey (yes stopped them all at once) and since that day I haven't had one ounce of pain and when I called the nurse 2 days later to let them know I no longer take any of the medication she was not happy. She told me I could have had a seizure and died, so they put me on an anti-seizure medicine that was worse than being on all the other meds...I couldn't even finish taking it. Although I have some residual withdrawals I know God has saved me from the worst of it. I have read so many stories how these opiates have wreaked havoc in our lives and my prayers go out to you all. Not that I haven't had problems since, but I believe there was other health issues hidden while being on the pain meds or maybe the pain meds caused them. I am now going through a full physical to see if any damage has been done to my liver, stomach, intestines...so on. Also, please remember there is a difference between "dependency and addiction". If you are dependent the road to recovery is not as difficult as you may think. I knew what to expect so I took steps right after stopping such as taking immodium and Fiber because that is the first thing that happens. Since pain meds bind you up you can imagine how food will go right through you when you stop taking them. Go to your health food store as they will be very helpful with showing you what will help restore the damage that these meds WILL cause after long use. As a little history my mother went to be with the Lord at the young age of 53 (I was only 21) due to malpractice surgery on her cervical spine. The very surgery I was told I needed to have, so you can understand why I had to have faith my back would be healed. Stay in prayer and in Faith. He said it is DONE and it is.

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