HI everyone, this thread came up on google while I was searching how long codeine withdrawals lasts. I got addicted many years ago after being px them, and when the GP refused to continue I began taking Nurofen plus, high doses. My boyfriend found out and was so worried, he kinda went a bit crazy :). Anyway I wanted to stop before but never quite managed to stop fully or stay off for longer than a few weeks. I knew I had to when he found out, it motivated me. I have slowly reduced over 5 weeks, I am day 4 totally clean now. The withdrawls seem to go on and on, but from previous experience of detoxing as a young woman off much harder opiates, it can take 6 or so weeks depending how long you have been taking them and how much. so it won’t be the same for everyone. Also you feel so much better when off.
to Miss winter, how much were you taking and for how long? How are you feeling today? Day 3 and 4 is usually the worst. Lots of hot baths and lying in bed if possible, distract with films and music. It is really hard but I know in myself it is worth it and I will feel so much better, it seems so crazy to me now that I thought I needed them. even with the withdrawals I don’t want to take them, i was literally poisening my body. I don’t think they should be sold OTC or px for more than 5 days personally. just my opinon. Stay strong to all who are going through this hell and know you will feel so much better , it will all be so worth it 🙂