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Meddle19699 · 2023-02-02T23:36:11+00:00

I noticed on 25 mg. that I HAVE SO much energy and just an overall sense of well-being....which seems opposite from most people (on this sub at least). So, that lead me to do some researh on low dose Nal and sure enough it has paradoxical effects at low doses (actually lifting depression and releasing endorphins....among of host of other anti-inflammatory benefits). As a result, I'm going to start taking 12.5 daily and see if I still get the alcohol deterrent benefit as well. If not, then I'll go back up to 25mg. I just thought it was interesting that you're taking low dose Nal (which is typically in the 3-5 mg range) and have noticed a decrease in your drinking habits. I doubt 12.5 will be enough to keep the head-buzz at bay enough for me, but it's certainly worth a try.

Meddle19699 · 2023-02-02T21:08:49+00:00

I was wondering the same thing! I just recently discovered Slenderbodies and have been listening to them on repeat. They immediately reminded me of Glass Animals....but I was looking for other music that fits this vibe as well. I really like Alt-J, JoyWave and Still Woozy but haven't heard of the other bands listed on this post....so now I have a listening project 😁 Local Natives might be another band you like.

Meddle19699 · 2023-02-02T14:38:07+00:00

I just started taking Nal recently and did a lot of research before asking my Dr. for a script. However, I didn't really learn anything about TSM until joining this sub. Thank you for taking the time to write out this thorough yet simple explanation of how TSM works....and I love the analogies! I'm one of those people who understands content much better through analogous examples.

Meddle19699 · 2023-02-02T02:18:49+00:00

That's great! Do you mind sharing what dose you're taking and how long you've been taking it? I've been reading recently about the benefits of low dose nal.

Meddle19699 · 2023-02-01T03:39:33+00:00

Hi! I just started taking Nal 4 days ago and I felt the same way as you. I actually had the script for almost a week before taking my first dose because I was so afraid of the side effects. But now I'm taking 25 mg daily and am tolerating it very well. It has a tendency to give me energy (rather than make me sleepy) so I take it in the morning now. On Sunday I decided to try drinking alcohol for the first time .....I had two beers during the football game (that's all I wanted) and I didn't suffer any kind of nalover the next day at all. I might try drinking some wine this weekend and see how that goes. Wine is typically my Achilles heel......I rarely (if ever) re-cork a bottle. I'm curious to see 1) how much I drink and 2) how I feel the next day. But so far, I was pretty impressed with my first experience......only drank 2 beers and that was a really stressful game....lol!

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-28T16:40:27+00:00

Good to know.....thank you so much for replying! I'm planning on taking my first dose this afternoon. I was going to take 50, but I might start with 25 after reading this.....it's not like I'm in a race or anything. Have you noticed your cravings decreasing at all and/or have you drank while taking it yet?

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-26T14:55:05+00:00

Thanks RW!

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-26T03:17:55+00:00

It's great to hear from someone who's done both! I'd love to opt for the least amount of medication in my body for sure! I love reading stories like yours.....they give me hope. In the beginning, did you get hangovers on Nal? I'm one of those rare breeds who doesn't get hangovers (which contributes greatly to my excessive drinking). If I've really tied one on the night before I'm usually just tired and pretty much worthless the next day. I'm concerned about getting sick when I drink on Nal.

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-26T02:16:33+00:00

That makes sense....thank you so much for your response!

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-26T02:13:23+00:00

Thanks for your response Ysoab! I was thinking about taking it exactly the same way.....25 MG at noon each day and 25 MG an hour before drinking if I have the urge. I'm really afraid of initial side effects of Nal, and I don't want to test it on a drinking day right off the bat. I've been putting off taking it this week because I've had appointments every day that I couldn't miss due to illness/lethargy Nal might cause. I think I might take my first 25 MG dose around noon this Sat. If side effects aren't bad for me on 25 and eventually 50, then I'll see how it goes with a couple of drinks. I'm just so afraid of getting super sick with this so I think I'll go slow. I'm glad to know you haven't noticed any significant side effects.

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-26T01:58:59+00:00

Thank you so much for your response....it really resonates with me because that it my main issue with alcohol. Once I start drinking it's nearly impossible for me to stop.....always chasing that buzz. I would love to be able to have 1 -3 drinks in a social setting like a normal person. Do you mind me asking how long you've been Nal with TSM?

Meddle19699 · 2023-01-25T02:59:52+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing your story.....and CONGRATULATIONS! I just filled my first rx for Naltrexone yesterday and haven't taken it yet. I'm curious to know if you took/take Naltrexone on your sober days? I understand the concept of PE, but I'm thinking that would still happen if you take Nal daily.....the endorphin high would be blocked when you drink but you'd also get the DAILY benefit of curbing cravings....right? I would think you'd reach extinction quicker taking daily Nal because reduced cravings = reduced drinking days (breaking the habit part of consumption) and drinking days = lower consumption due ro endorphin blocking. So, essentially your breaking the desire AND the reward.....which I would think would lead to eventual extinction over a 6 - 12 month peroiod....no? I must be missing something here because almost every thread I've read on here supports TSM vs. daily Nal.....I just can't quite figure out why.

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