My Naltrexone Journey

[Noelle]

My Naltrexone Journey

I come here every so often to read about anyone taking Naltrexone.

Thanks for bumping this DiscoBunnie.

I drank like I usually do on December 26th. December 27th I took half a 50mg Naltrexone, as recommended by my Doctor. I felt a little, tiny buzz but didn't drink. After three days, I started with the whole pill. I haven't drank since. No side effects except good ones. I have tons of energy. I'm totally AF. My husband still drinks in front of me and I've been to bars and have no desire to drink. I drink club soda and lemon.

After reading a lot about TSM, IN MY OPINION, I do not agree with it. He says to take one before you drink. I don't believe you should drink at all while taking Naltrexone.

My Doctor has given Naltrexone to anorexics and heroin addicts and it's worked for them. I know that Naltrexone also works for about 50% of those who take it, most of them women. I've researched this pretty well, both on my own and through some links posted in this forum.

I wish everyone could feel like I do. Like a new person. I say try it, it could work for you.

Good luck eveyone.

[ciscowhiz]

My Naltrexone Journey

thanks crown!

I read many of your posts... when time permits I would like to go start to finish through your journey. Congrats to you!

A couple of questions. How long on the nal before it works? 1st pill?

I have abstained for a little over a year, but much like most alcoholics, I know one beer means disaster. This sounds like it makes such an opportunity nearly impossible.

Any thoughts/comments/feedback greatly appreciated. Thanks again for all of your efforts.
ciscowhiz:new:

[Noelle]

My Naltrexone Journey

Cicsowhiz, if you're talking to me......it started with the very first 1/2 pill. I haven't wanted a drink since. Sometimes I *think* I want to drink, but it seems to leave my mind immediately. It's a habit, I think.

I know it sounds like a miracle, and for me, that's what I call it. I only wish someone had given this to me sooner. I've been to psychiatrists since the 70s and the Doctor I have now suggested the Naltrexone. I totally agreed after having read some stuff about it here. She did not mention any of the other drugs that y'all talk about on here. I will ask her about them when I see her next. She specializes in addictions.

Opps, just noticed your question was to Crown, but that's my two cents.

[alexan]

My Naltrexone Journey

Can someone tell me how much and the best time to take Naltrexone? I just cut-split a 50mg yesterday evening and took my first ever 25mg of it. Then right before bed I took the remaining 25mg that was in the pill cutter. Weird for me but I left half the bottle of wine in fridge untouched -- Normally I would have drunk everything available around me.

Feeling a little groggy today but that could be a variety of things.

[Noelle]

My Naltrexone Journey

There you go Alexan! It sounds like it may work for you.

I take mine every day at 5pm. I take 50mg, which is the recommended dose. HTH.

[ciscowhiz]

My Naltrexone Journey

Dr appointment in an hour to discuss nal. Wish me luck. been having strong cravings.

[Noelle]

My Naltrexone Journey

How'd it go with the doctor Ciscowhiz? Wishing you luck!