Newbie on baclofen for 6 mths now helping a bit

[canadianbay]

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I've been doing ok,certainly baclofen has helped me reduce craving drinking but last couple of weeks admittedly waiting for bld test results,dealing with a friends death,and trying to run a business with "precious", yes sarcastically said here,colleague And a head admin girl has got me forgetting lunchtime baclofen so when get home giving myself excuses to have a 2-3 wines.it sounds so self piteous but own fault,did too much in past and covered others shortfalls for too long that they appear resentful at having to do their share of work.feel like sacking 1 and giving myself some time to c if stay with other.
Feeling remorseful. As was doing so well prior with at least 3-4 days no drinking each week for months.feel I am failing.

[Unwasted]

Newbie on baclofen for 6 mths now helping a bit

CB:welcome:

Just wanted to say hi and sorry you're struggling. You have found a great place for support though.....so it's here for the asking!

Just a few thoughts.......

I have finally figured out that no matter how many times I thought alcohol was going to help me cope with something, the opposite turned out to be true. I now know that I can handle anything as long as I'm sober and not trying to overcome the horrid effects of a hangover. My thinking is clear, I can stay calm, I have patience (most of the time - not perfect but better), I'm not riddled with anxiety, etc. The upside of sobriety beats the down side of drinking in a big way for me. We all have to find what works for us, but I think if you read around the site you'll see that most here would agree.

Also, there is a meds thread here that you should visit if you're taking bac - a wealth of info there.... Here's a link:

Topamax, Campral, Naltrexone, Baclofen, other meds - My Way Out Forums

Also, the Toolbox under Monthly Abstinence is loaded with good information.

Sending you peace and strength,

xx,
UN