Originally posted by PocketKingsWell Done! Really! If you can go three days - you can go six. If you can go six - you can go twelve! Think about it that way. You have achieved the start! That's the hardest part! Well Done Again!! 😉
Well, I went to my first meeting last night. I have to say it was really weird, but I think it was actually helpful. But all I can still think about is what I lost because i drank to much. I feel better physically being sober, but the problem is that I'm sad, and thats why I want a drink. But I havn't in 3 days, which is good for me.
Originally posted by PocketKingsDepression goes with alcoholism. Keep going to your meetings and inquire about a sponsor.
Well, I went to my first meeting last night. I have to say it was really weird, but I think it was actually helpful. But all I can still think about is what I lost because i drank to much. I feel better physically being sober, but the problem is that I'm sad, and thats why I want a drink. But I havn't in 3 days, which is good for me.
Originally posted by PocketKingsso you need to address the sadness and work on that, and then you will be a happier person regardless of your alcohol intake.
Well, I went to my first meeting last night. I have to say it was really weird, but I think it was actually helpful. But all I can still think about is what I lost because i drank to much. I feel better physically being sober, but the problem is that I'm sad, and thats why I want a drink. But I havn't in 3 days, which is good for me.
Originally posted by PocketKingsDon't harm yourself over what you lost but don't forget it either. Remembering the *cost* of alcohol for you can be very helpful at times in remaining sober. Many people lose jobs, families, etc., and they don't ever want to hit a bottom that deep again so they're much more willing to listen at meetings and follow suggestions. Not everything you hear will be helpful to you, but do pay attention to those who seem to be the way you want to be. If someone is happy and relaxed and an upright (good) person, what works for them may work for you as well.
Well, I went to my first meeting last night. I have to say it was really weird, but I think it was actually helpful. But all I can still think about is what I lost because i drank to much. I feel better physically being sober, but the problem is that I'm sad, and thats why I want a drink. But I havn't in 3 days, which is good for me.
Originally posted by PocketKingsI am not sure for how long or how much you have been drinking but alcohol withdrawal will bring with it symptoms of depression. If you already have depression (which is fairly common amongst people with a drinking problem) then the depression will be intensified.
Trust me, I'm trying to address the sadness
If you have been drinking for a long time your brain's ability to produce serotonin will be compromised, maybe permanently. This can lead to your being medicated for the rest of your life. My aunt is now permanently prescribed anti-depressants for the same reason (she has been sober for over 10 years and is now a drugs and alcohol counsellor).
In terms of medication I would be wary about those quoted in this thread that make you violently ill upon drinking. They are generally frowned upon and reserved for EXTREME cases and normally upon the patient's request rather than a doctor's recommendation. If you are suffering any symptoms of alcohol withdrawal then go to your doctor who may prescribe Librium. You may also be prescribed anti-depressants after they can assess you properly which will only happen once you have been sober for a period of around 3 months.
I won't give you any platitudes about ways to stop. I drink heavily and have absolutely no intention of stopping. If you are trying to stay sober then you will have to regard me, and my kind, as anti-Christs: avoid us even if we used to be your best friend.
The best place to get advice will be in AA but remember to keep your questions pointed and medical or they will try to corrupt you with a wave of spiritual BS that will be so nauseating that you will be down the boozer quicker than Oprah on a donut.
Originally posted by demonseedBS! Are you a doctor or alcohol counsellor! Have you experienced it first hand! BS BS BS.
In terms of medication I would be wary about those quoted in this thread that make you violently ill upon drinking. They are generally frowned upon and reserved for EXTREME cases and normally upon the patient's request rather than a doctor's recommendation.
Any alcohol rehab centre will make it clear that after all the rehab expense they would like all to be on Antabuse when they leave - if they don't have too much liver damage that is!
For once, you're talking out of your backside ! 🙁
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Originally posted by mikelom"What are the possible side effects of Antabuse?
BS! Are you a doctor or alcohol counsellor! Have you experienced it first hand! BS BS BS.
Any alcohol rehab centre will make it clear that after all the rehab expense they would like all to be on Antabuse when they leave - if they don't have too much liver damage that is!
For once, you're talking out of your backside ! 🙁
Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have occurred in patients taking Antabuse even without a prior history of liver problems.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Antabuse and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; shortness of breath; closing of your throat; or hives);
seizures;
extreme tiredness;
dark urine;
yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice);
large appetite changes;
weakness, dizziness or loss of coordination; or
severe diarrhea or vomiting.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Antabuse and talk to your doctor if you experience
skin rash or acne;
mild headaches;
mild drowsiness or tiredness;
impotence;
metallic taste in the mouth; or
swollen or sore tongue.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome."
"What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of a Antabuse overdose include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of coordination, numbness and tingling, and seizures."
Originally posted by wormwoodI think you should read the potential side effects of any tablet you can take and not just quote the internet!
"[b]What are the possible side effects of Antabuse?
Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have occurred in patients taking Antabuse even without a prior history of liver problems.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Antabuse and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips ...[text shortened]... ude nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of coordination, numbness and tingling, and seizures."[/b]
My ex died of liver failure. I know more about alcoholism than you know about last weeks football results!
The experts even wanted to give her antabuse when her gamma GT count was 2,300....... with 60 % cirrhosis.....
So get your facts correct too! 😏
Originally posted by wormwoodI think I read the same list of side effects on a bottle of tylenol once.
"[b]What are the possible side effects of Antabuse?
Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have occurred in patients taking Antabuse even without a prior history of liver problems.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Antabuse and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips ...[text shortened]... ude nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of coordination, numbness and tingling, and seizures."[/b]
Originally posted by mikelomshe had a life-threatening liver disease, got medicine that's dangerous to even a healthy liver (for voluntary choosing to drink), and died of a liver failure. makes sense.
I think you should read the potential side effects of any tablet you can take and not just quote the internet!
My ex died of liver failure. I know more about alcoholism than you know about last weeks football results!
The experts even wanted to give her antabuse when her gamma GT count was 2,300....... with 60 % cirrhosis.....
So get your facts correct too! 😏
I think you just made that up.
Originally posted by darvlaywe don't have tylenol so I don't know exactly what it's got in it. but drugs like that are very stressing to the liver, and people have destroyed their liver after popping too much of them. the classic case is a teenager doing a fake suicide attempt, ending up dead for real because their liver couldn't cope with it.
I think I read the same list of side effects on a bottle of tylenol once.