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[christyacc]

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Hi Hoping!

Day 3 is good, but only 2 days ago I was on 1!!!! I can't even tell you how many Day 1's I've had....the point is is that we get back up dust ourselves off and keep trying....one time it will freaking stick!!!!

One of my biggest challenges to help me achieve my goals is my family. I grew up with an alcoholic father, and I have always been disgusted with his lack of control, etc., and I don't want my girls to look at me like that. My husband loves me death, and wants to help me. I want him to keep loving me and not give up on me and for that to happen, I can't give up on myself.

I am in Southern Ontario. You are getting the worst of the lovely Canadian snow. We have been quite lucky thus far....knock on wood!!!!!

I would like to keep in touch. Feel free to PM me any time. I will give you my email.

Christy

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I came home from my son's hockey game last night to learn that my wife found an empty bottle... the jig is up. she threatened to leave me if I dont stop. I told her about going on bac and said that I had already taken steps to quit but didn't tell her in case things didnt work out. I think she is quite upset mostly about hiding the drinking from her but at the end of the day, I have to worry about me. I am doing this for my health, my marriage and my family. Last night was day 3 AF.

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Don't you feel better that you are no longer keeping secrets? This will help you so much in that you aren't alone. She is probably hurt because you didn't talk to her about it- my female perspective. You really have your heart in this. I know you will do well.

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Thanks Christy,
Guess I am just ashamed and don't want anyone to know... How are you doing?

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I'm not too good today. Having an AWFUL day at work today. Want to go back to bed where it's warm, safe and comfy. O want to have a beer after work. I hate my life. Aren't you glad you asked?

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Do you think the bac is better than Nal? I don't like the fact that Nal takes so long. I want to feel like I am making progress and with the Nal its like you better take it incase you might drink so then you think well....I took it so I might as well drink so it works. I am stressed and confused. I would love some words of wisdom.
Hanging

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Hangingon,
I haven't tried Nal, I was going to but when I went to see my DR, he called a collegue that deals with addictions and alcoholism and he strongly suggested Bac. I dont know if you know my history but I was drinking every night and drinking until I blacked out. I started taking bac and within 4 days decided to stop drinking. I find I think about it alot but in the evenings now when I usually drink, I take the bac and it takes my mind off of it or maybe because I just say no but it makes me a little drowsy and I dont think about it and eventually go to bed and sleep ike a baby. If you have access to it, I would say give it a try. Do you have family pressures to quit?
Take care, it will all work out in the end. try not to feel bad about what's not working and concentrate on what is working - you're desire to quit. I am here for you.

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Just documenting - Day 11 on bac. was taking 10mg in morning, 10mg in afternoon and 20mg in evening - yesterday I did 20-20-20 but this may be too fast although side effects were minimal. I am goin to try 10 - 15 - 15 today. 7 days AF, with no end in site.

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Hoping for the best;806468 wrote: Just documenting - Day 11 on bac. was taking 10mg in morning, 10mg in afternoon and 20mg in evening - yesterday I did 20-20-20 but this may be too fast although side effects were minimal. I am goin to try 10 - 15 - 15 today. 7 days AF, with no end in site.

You are doing awesome!!!

After my evening last night, I could stand a few days AF. What an awful night. I still don't feel well. I really need to get my a$$ in gear. I was doing fine up until then......

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Hoping for the best;806468 wrote: Just documenting - Day 11 on bac. was taking 10mg in morning, 10mg in afternoon and 20mg in evening - yesterday I did 20-20-20 but this may be too fast although side effects were minimal. I am goin to try 10 - 15 - 15 today. 7 days AF, with no end in site.

wow Baclofen does not take long for you to kick in!! What side effects do you notice if you are too fast titrating up?

Also, I am unaware of your personal stats, age, sex, weight. Sorry to get personal, just curious?

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christyacc;806864 wrote: You are doing awesome!!!

After my evening last night, I could stand a few days AF. What an awful night. I still don't feel well. I really need to get my a$$ in gear. I was doing fine up until then......

Hang in there Christy!

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craving;806875 wrote: wow Baclofen does not take long for you to kick in!! What side effects do you notice if you are too fast titrating up?

Also, I am unaware of your personal stats, age, sex, weight. Sorry to get personal, just curious?

Age 39
Male
weight 155lbs
I just notice that I am tired in the mornings! sleep well though! Hardly think about wanting AL in the evenings now but still cant imagine life without it.

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Hoping for the best;806880 wrote: Age 39
Male
weight 155lbs

wow. so you have already good effects on Baclofen at 60mg for 70kg => 0.85mg / kg

most people need 2-3 mg/kg before getting good results.

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great!

I am happy for you Hoping, same way for me, not immediate freedom from cravings, but the obsession was gone pretty quickly, and I got really buzzed off just one beer, could literally sit at a party and have "Just one" al night............and minimal, besides the somnolence(sleepiness) side effects...............Please keep us posted, and keep up the good work, :goodjob:

hugs,:l:h

MA:h

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In case anyone is following this post...
I am now at 26 days on bac
22 Days AF
Currently at 20mg in morning - 20mg in late afternoon - 20 mg late evening
minimal side affects, a little bit of dizziness but not sevre.
No cravings, went to a pub for supper - ALWAYS have beer at pubs - last night - bottled water
Been eating better and excercising
weight is now at 148lbs
I love it!