Please can anyone help?
After 14 wasted years I’m finally dealing with my addiction but none of my friends or family know and I desperately need some advice now I’m getting towards the end of my taper.
I’ve been using codeine for 14 years and have tapered from 64 Nurofen Plus a day (=820mg) to 12 (=150mgs).
But….. I’m terrified of withdrawal, it’s the restless legs at night and insomnia that I just can’t cope with. I’m aware of the non physical symptoms I’ll also have to deal with, I’ve experienced anxiety, depression and feeling flat but have managed these ok so far.
My question is at what dose should I be able to stop without experiencing any physical symptoms? Each Nurofen Plus has 12.8mg of codeine. Could I stop when I get down to 4 a day or should I take myself right down to 1 a day first?
The ibruprofen has ruined my health, I now have a kidney disorder called Renal Tubular Acidosis and have been an inpatient on high dependency wards several times (one step down from intensive care) I also have deep stomach ulcers which have also resulted in many inpatient stays, if I can help anyone by talking or sharing anything I’m happy to, just ask.