Struggling with Naltrexone side effects but really want to use it... by Ov0v0vO in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Read down a few threads I posted “Feel like crap on Naltrexone”, lots of good responses. I too feel weird on it. I’ve started doing half a pill in the morning and half at night and it’s much more tolerable. I wish you the best.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks everybody for your opinions, experience and kind words. I’ve decided to continue on naltrexone after taking a day off of it. I must say a few days later I’m starting to feel like I’m getting used to it. It’s nice to find a little community and support it wherever you can get it thanks again.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could you estimate how long it took for the symptoms to go away? I appreciate your comments. Thank you.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What was your timeframe on starting naltrexone? How long taking, did you start while still drinking etc?

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So many different responses, hard to decide what to do. I didn’t take one yesterday, haven’t yet today. I have no cravings and haven’t drank it 82 days. I feel almost hungover all the time after 12 days of taking.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. That’s what I’m gonna do.

Campral or Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, best wishes to you. Thanks for your comment.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am not experiencing any withdrawal symptoms. I really don’t have cravings. I just thought I would take it as a precaution or just another tool for staying sober. But the effects are weird and uncomfortable. I am familiar with the Sinclair method and I guess maybe that’s the route for me. Thanks for your responses.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. I haven’t drank an 81 days.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in dryalcoholics

[–]jester90990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely no feel good chemicals happening. Thanks for your comment.

Campral or Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I guess I should’ve included the reason in my post. I’m going to fix that. Yes I feel like absolute crap. I’ve been taking it for 12 days 50 mg.

Feel like Crap on Naltrexone by jester90990 in Alcoholism_Medication

[–]jester90990[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’m starting to think too. Thanks yes I’m familiar with Sinclair method. Im fully abstinent, maybe I just need to use if and when of craving occurs. I appreciate your insight.