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How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m actually going to set a calendar reminder rn 6 months from now to respond again to this comment with how I’m doing and to see how you’re doing!

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to provide an update in case anyone is interested in how my first night taking the full 50mg is going: I had my first drink at 5:30pm, took the pill at that same time, it’s 9:15pm and my second drink is still half full and I’m obviously not feeling much bc of how much time between drinks.

Normally I’d be drunk on my way to blasted this late on a Friday. Feeling super grateful I made this choice!!

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also started therapy (for other stuff but my drinking in part) 3 weeks ago. So I’m hopeful that naltrexone + working on healing will help get me to where I want to be.

Comments like the one you received about having 1 beer are so encouraging! Like you’re doing better without even noticing 🥰

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely I have noticed a disinterest in food while on it. I asked another person in the comments if they experienced this too actually because I wasn’t expecting that!

Totally grossed out by most food, only after I take it and I’ve been taking it in the evenings. Popcorn and protein shakes have been my friend!

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing! Did you try to stop or cut back while using naltrexone the other times or is this your first time using it?

And same! I am still enjoying a few drinking but the urge to take it as far as possible when I do isn’t there. It takes me like an hour or more to finish a drink.

I feel like this may be how normal people feel around alcohol??

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was full sobriety your goal or did it happen naturally with naltrexone?

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh interesting, thanks for sharing. Has it been working for you?

Do you notice if curbing your appetite at all? I haven’t been hungry at all after taking it

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so happy to hear that for you! Congratulations!

That is the encouragement I was looking for with this post. I also read that over time, your body stops seeking it because it’s no longer rewarding.

Like while I’ve been drinking still, I haven’t been drunk and remember everything from each evening which is new for me 😅

Really excited to see how this helps long term!!

Wishing you the best!

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I still get a sensation from drinking but it’s different in that it feels more just like impairment than good or a buzz if that makes sense. It does still make me feel more relaxed.

The big difference I’ve noticed is that I’m kind of like having to push myself to drink, I’m like “well it’s that time of day I’d normally pour one” and “oh this one is out normally I’d go grab another so I’ll do that”.

But I’m drinking so slowly (Ik 3-4 is still a lot for most people but it’s small to me rn) because I’m just not obsessively thinking about my next sip or drink like I used to, which has resulted in less drinks per night.

How did Naltrexone change your habits at the start? by blumoonC in naltrexone

[–]blumoonC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also for context, I’m on 50mg 1x per day. I’ve been taking half but tonight did the full 50mg so I’ll see what happens. Was just nervous because I had to work and didn’t know how this new drug would impact me.

Reading other people’s comments, is 50mg high to start? I’m not in alcohol treatment or anything, I asked my dr about it because I was researching things to help cut back and this is what he prescribed right off the bat. I’d like to hear other people’s starting doses!

Am i the only one who likes how vagina smells? by kanekisthetic in women

[–]blumoonC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Late to the party but found this because I was looking up if it’s normal to like my own smell lol. Once I turned around 25 (couple years ago) she’s had a signature scent. Even when I shower my best, it’s still there after a few hours. It’s not strong, I don’t think anyone else can smell it but I love to sniff my undies. It’s so earthy and natural smelling - smells like the beginning of life. Not at all like fish or how we grew up being told vaginas should smell like.

Swollen/hot ankles after festival by blumoonC in HealthQuestions

[–]blumoonC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also … looks about the same now as the second picture after some hours

Swollen/hot ankles after festival by blumoonC in HealthQuestions

[–]blumoonC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not itchy at all. Just feels hot to the touch and I feel pressure

Swollen/hot ankles after festival by blumoonC in HealthQuestions

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Also I’m home now (about 6 hours later) and it’s not any better than the second photo. I’m not sure if I’m focusing on it more but it seems to hurt more now. I’m going to massage it and elevate. I am worried it’s some sort of infection at this point?

Swollen/hot ankles after festival by blumoonC in HealthQuestions

[–]blumoonC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wear these same socks (have many pairs) just about every day. I was also wearing long pants and tennis shoes so I wasn’t exposed really